Day 4 – Integration and Forward Planning

Thursday, June 26, 2025

Facilitator: Isaac Brito-Morales & Boris Dewitte

Session 5: Integration and Recommendations (09:15 – 10:30)

  • Focus: This final morning session is designed to bring everything together. After identifying key datasets, variables, and modeling frameworks, we will now turn to integration — how do we translate all of this into actionable outputs for conservation? The session will emphasize cross-cutting recommendations, from setting regional modeling priorities to strengthening collaboration, data sharing, and capacity building. The goal is to outline concrete, forward-looking steps that can guide next-phase efforts across the region and global.

  • Cross-cutting discussion: How do we move from ROMs to applied outputs for conservation?

    • How do we ensure model outputs are usable and relevant to conservation practitioners?
    • What spatial and temporal scales are most appropriate for decision-making?
    • Can we identify common workflows or templates to support future applications?

  • Recommendations for regional modeling priorities

    • Which regions, variables, or species groups require immediate attention?
    • How do we balance near-term needs with long-term modeling goals?
    • Where do we need higher resolution or ensemble model efforts?

  • Recommendations for collaborations and data sharing

    • Which institutions or networks should be engaged or reconnected?
    • Are there existing platforms for sharing datasets and code?

  • Recommendations for capacity building and training needs

    • What skill gaps exist (e.g., ROMs, SDMs, climate scenarios, coding)?
    • Are there opportunities for joint training programs, mentoring, or knowledge exchange?
    • What kind of support is needecd to scale up regional capacity?

  • Timelines

    • What short-term actions (0–3 months) should be prioritized?
      (e.g., sharing workshop outputs, organizing a virtual debrief, compiling recommendations)
    • What medium-term steps (3–6 months) can advance collaboration and modeling work?
      (e.g., forming working groups, initiating joint modeling or data-sharing efforts)
    • What long-term goals (6–12 months) should guide regional modeling and capacity building?
      (e.g., co-developing proposals, publishing results, launching training initiatives)
    • How do we maintain momentum and track progress over time?

Coffee break (10.30 - 11.00)

Session 6: Implications of workshop outcomes (11:00 – 12:30)

  • Scenarios of interest

    • Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSPs): SSP1-2.6, SSP2-4.5, SSP5-8.5
    • Historical baselines vs. near-future (e.g., 2030s), mid-century (2050s), end-century (2100)
    • Which timeframes are most useful for conservation planning in the region?

  • Final Q&A and Outstanding Points (11:00–11:30)

    • Open floor for unresolved questions or clarifications
    • Reflections on cross-cutting topics that emerged across sessions
    • Opportunity to comment on anything not yet addressed

  • Workshop Synthesis and Concluding Statements (11:30–12:00)

    • Summary of key insights, priorities, and proposed recommendations
    • Quick round: What resonated most or shifted your perspective this week?
    • Final reflections from organizers or facilitators

  • Reflections & Roadmap (12:00–12:30)

    • What short-term steps or follow-ups can we commit to?
    • Are there opportunities for joint outputs, shared protocols, or working groups?
    • Next touchpoint: Would a short debrief or coordination call be useful?

Closing remarks and appreciation

Group Lunch (Location: TBC) (12:30 – 14:30)