Cath Traynor

Cath Traynor is a highly experienced professional in the field of ecosystem management and rights-based environmental advocacy. Since August 2019, Cath Traynor has served as Programme Officer and Regional Coordinator for Asia at The International Land and Forest Tenure Facility, facilitating grants and technical support to strengthen communal land and forest rights for Indigenous Peoples and local communities. Prior roles include Programme Director for Climate Change at Natural Justice, where Cath Traynor developed strategic initiatives and secured funding for community-based climate advocacy, and Ecosystems Advisor at Peace Parks Foundation, providing technical guidance on biodiversity and sustainable land use in Africa. With a robust academic background, including a PhD from the University of Liverpool, Cath Traynor has contributed to research projects and implemented education and training programs across various international contexts.