This first workshop will act as a general introduction to carbon as a funding mechanism for conservation. We will be covering both general aspects of global climate policy and associated funding mechanisms along with technical aspects of voluntary forest carbon projects with high biodiversity value. We also aim to explore lessons learned from existing forest carbon projects in Africa and identify key challenges and opportunities for such projects in the African context. To view an outline of the content of this first workshop and other relevant documents click on "Find" above. Besides training, the workshop will enable knowledge exchange and networking for our local partner NGOs in West, Central, South and East Africa. If you are participating in this first workshop, please click on the "share" tab above, click on the welcome forum, scroll through everyone's introductions and you'll find "reply" at the bottom to add your own introduction. Thank you.