Building connections with nature - A Reconnect policy brief on narratives that support nature restoration

Restoring our ecosystems back to a healthy status is central to the transition towardsa more sustainable future. This is a process of changing the biophysical landscapesand actively working with human perceptions and world-views. For nature restorationto bring benefits for both nature and people, it is important to ensure that it will bea broad societal commitment, supported and motivated by strong narratives ofmeaningful relations between people and nature. To this point, the RECONNECTproject has identified five narratives for nature restoration and conservation groundedin people’s experiences and different relationships with nature. These narrativesshowcase the diverse and complementary facets of revitalised and resilient human-nature relationships. This policy brief aims to contribute to the efforts of EU MemberStates and communities in implementing the EU Nature Restoration Regulation. It willhelp to identify common values and meaningful pathways for inclusive restorationactivities, grounded in local realities. of the Global Biodiversity Framework.