The Gender & Biodiversity Focal Points (GB FP) Network is an informal, peer-to-peer space bringing together officially designated CBD Gender & Biodiversity Focal Points.

The Network emerged in response to the growing need for sustained exchange and collaboration among focal points working at the intersection of gender equality and biodiversity governance. It is grounded in the implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), the CBD Gender Plan of Action (2022–2030), and Target 23 of the Kunming–Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF).

Facilitated by the CBD Women’s Caucus, the Network provides a confidential and non-hierarchical environment for focal points to:

• Exchange information, experiences, and strategies related to CBD processes and implementation;
• Identify shared challenges and capacity-building needs;
• Promote peer-to-peer learning and solidarity across regions;
• Support stronger implementation of Target 23 and the Gender Plan of Action;
• Foster coordination ahead of CBD intersessionals and Conferences of the Parties (COPs).

The Network is not a negotiating body and does not replace formal CBD processes or official national positions. Instead, it serves as a practical and responsive coordination space that supports collective learning, technical exchange, and collaboration among focal points and relevant partners.