Local Initiatives for Biodiversity, Research and Development (LI-BIRD) is a non-profit organization committed to promoting agrobiodiversity and sustainable practices to secure livelihoods. With a focus on agricultural innovations for food and nutrition security, inclusive economic growth, biodiversity, and ecosystem services, LI-BIRD empowers communities to build resilience to climate change and disaster risks.

Through strategic programs and cross-cutting themes such as social and policy research, gender equality, knowledge management, and emergency preparedness, LI-BIRD works on projects like Renewable Energy for Resilient Agri-food System and AADHAR- Everyone has the Right to a Worthy Life, with a geographical coverage that spans several provinces in Nepal.

Their latest publications and initiatives showcase their dedication to revalorizing millet, promoting climate-resilient agroecological farming, and embedding sustainable pollination management into agriculture. With a commitment to zero tolerance for fraud and malpractice, LI-BIRD's work embodies a deep understanding of the importance of biodiversity and sustainability in securing livelihoods. For more information, visit their website or get in touch with their offices in Pokhara and Lalitpur.