The eyes of the international community are turning to Tunisia, which will host the 6th edition of the Desertif’Actions International Summit from March 25 to 28, 2026 a major event dedicated to global environmental challenges, particularly desertification and drought.Organized by the French NGO Centre d’Actions et de Réalisations Internationales (CARI), this large-scale event will bring together stakeholders from around the world at the Higher Institute of Technological Studies (ISET) in Djerba. Policymakers, experts, researchers, civil society organizations, and field practitioners are expected to attend, sharing experiences and proposing concrete solutions to address the climate emergency.A Rich Program Focused on ActionOver four days, the summit will feature a comprehensive program structured around plenary sessions, thematic discussions, workshops, exhibitions, and networking spaces. The goal is to provide an in-depth understanding of land degradation challenges and to foster the emergence of appropriate responses.Activities will begin on March 25 with an initial session on the theme “Droughts: Findings and Challenges,” followed by an opening plenary session where experts will share their analyses and experiences.Discussions will continue until March 28 in a spirit of dialogue and co-construction.A Strategic Event in the Face of Environmental ChallengesIn a context marked by intensifying droughts, increasing pressure on natural resources, and the impacts of climate change, Desertif’Actions 2026 stands out as a key platform for dialogue and coordination.The ambition is clear: to combine scientific knowledge with local expertise in order to build sustainable solutions rooted in the realities of the territories.Regional and International MobilizationAmong the key stakeholders involved is the Observatoire du Sahara et du Sahel (OSS), based in Tunis, which plays a crucial role in understanding ecological dynamics and supporting sustainable land management policies.Its involvement highlights the importance of a coordinated and regional approach to addressing these global challenges.Babacar SeneAgropasteur Journal