The fifth issue of [square brackets], the newsletter for civil society involved in the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), was recently released. This issue focuses on implementation of the 2011-2020 Strategic Plan as well as reaching the Aichi Biodiversity Targets. Other articles address biofuels, the new focus in the CBD on customary sustainable use, and the green economy. Holly Shrumm (Natural Justice) served on the editorial board along with colleagues from the CBD Alliance, Forest Peoples Programme, Japan Civil Society Network, African Indigenous Women’s Network, and CBD Secretariat.
