Aster Gebrekirstos

Global senior scientist, visiting professor, AAS Fellow, optimist, environmentalist, committed advocate of science in Africa, motivate farmers, women and youth.

[Aster Gebrekirstos @AfroDendro]

I lost Abaye, my dear Father 💔💔💔😭😭😭😭
I don’t know what exactly happened to my hero (probably due to lack of medicine). There is no communication to comfort my mother. Dark times. It is painful. Abaye marey 😭😭😭

[The Global Centre on Biodiversity for Climate @gcbc_org]

🌳💧Join Dr Gebrekirstos, from CIFOR-ICRAF, for a discussion on forest-based water security in a warming world.

Forests Beyond Carbon: the people-water nexus for a cooler planet

📅11 Nov | 10:00–11:00 | Blue Zone, Forests Pavilion | Hybrid

🔗 https://t.co/de44PGbo6V

[Aster Gebrekirstos @AfroDendro]

CITG Report Reveals $46.6 Billion Damage to Tigray’s Natural Resources and Environment from War and Siege https://t.co/vMzVoCCer6 via @TMMA - Tigrai Mass Media Agency

[Landscape Alliance @TheLandAlliance]

Get ready to apply for PhD & Junior Scientist scholarships from the Germany–@CGIAR++ Science & Impact Hub!

Funded by @BMZ_Bund & commissioned by @giz_gmbh, this supports the next generation driving sustainable impact.

Details:➡️ https://t.co/630VQFuJnw

#Trees4Resilience

[Landscape Alliance @TheLandAlliance]

Farmer-scientist partnerships are taking root in Ethiopia to build resilience.

Through Living Labs, local wisdom and research combine, empowering farmers to restore landscapes, choose the right trees, & access green finance.

Read: ➡️ https://t.co/ifsJ9TffGY

#Trees4Resilience | @@AfroDendro

[Landscape Alliance @TheLandAlliance]

@ACS2ET @WRIafrica @iki_germany @bgci @WorldResources @AfroDendro "Africa’s restoration agenda is not only urgent; it is central to building climate resilience for the continent and the world."

Missed the session? Watch the recording here:🔗 https://t.co/l9Wm4Qfqj2

#ACS2 #Trees4Resilience

[Landscape Alliance @TheLandAlliance]

@ACS2ET @WRIafrica @iki_germany @bgci @WorldResources CIFOR-ICRAF’s Aster Gebrekirstos (@AfroDendro), presented on how agroforestry drives climate-smart, biodiversity-rich restoration across Africa, providing solutions that strengthen both ecosystems and livelihoods for communities.

#ACS2 #Trees4Resilience

[Landscape Alliance @TheLandAlliance]

What can trees tell us about environmental history and climate adaptation?

'Trees contain critical stories that help guide restoration. If we can read and speak their language, trees are history books.' - @AfroDendro

Learn more: 👉 https://t.co/KKPrh9rZvo

#TreesPeoplePlanet

[Tsedale Lemma @TsedaleLemma]

Happy #Ashenda to the indefatigable and stubborn joy of #Tigrayan women.

You are the pulse that keeps Tigray alive; the heartbeat who endure, resist, and love louder than any attempt to silence you.

Salute for pulling this year’s beautiful celebrations together!

[Landscape Alliance @TheLandAlliance]

“Agroforestry is about people. It’s about systems rooted in science and community.”

In Nature Plants, CIFOR-ICRAF's @AfroDendro shares how working with farmers and policymakers is building resilience from the ground up.

Read:🔗 https://t.co/L4RkNZwk1C

#TreesPeoplePlanet

[Aster Gebrekirstos @AfroDendro]

Honored to be featured in @NaturePlants
This Q&A reflects a journey shaped by many — & the role of #agroforestry in building resilience for landscapes & livelihoods.🙏
Q&A: https://t.co/joLE2Y0arj
Editorial: https://t.co/ME9wXWP0Na
@CIFOR_ICRAF @gcbc_org @DefraGovUK @PAGES_IPO

[Nature Plants @NaturePlants]

New Editorial: "The human factor" https://t.co/nmyzbHc7Gr

From this month, we will be publishing pieces specifically focused on the personal side of research. And the first is:

Q&A with Aster Gebrekirstos: "Creating resilience through agroforestry" https://t.co/Q2qJDaqE5e

[Aster Gebrekirstos @AfroDendro]

It was a pleasure hosting Dr. Charles Mulenga from #CopperbeltUniversity #Zambia at our #Dendroecology Lab @CIFOR_ICRAF. His visit underscores the value of well-equipped labs & networks #Africa,🙏to @PAGES_IPO. #ClimateResilience #ATRN #TreesPeoplePlanet
https://t.co/rbw3x07ohG

[Aster Gebrekirstos @AfroDendro]

Honored to speak at the Resilient Africa Summit on building climate resilience. Healthy #ecosystems reduce #disaster risk, support recovery, and help communities thrive. @CIFOR_ICRAF #Youth4Climate #treepeople #ClimateAction #ATRN

https://t.co/qNJSa2XO5d

[Landscape Alliance @TheLandAlliance]

In Ethiopia, farmers and scientists are teaming up to grow resilience.

Through Living Labs, local wisdom and research combine, empowering farmers to restore landscapes, choose the right trees, & access green finance.

Read more:➡️ https://t.co/ifsJ9TffGY

#TreesPeoplePlanet @Af@AfroDendro

[Aster Gebrekirstos @AfroDendro]

She knew the risks—but had to climb to collect even twigs to survive & feed her family #Tigray!
Her resilience reminds us restoring land & supporting women isn��t just about ecology—it’s about dignity and survival. #DesertificationAndDroughtDay #Africa

https://t.co/CI2vSN4wks)

[Aster Gebrekirstos @AfroDendro]

@HeranTigray Yekenyeley, @HeranTigray 🙏

[Aster Gebrekirstos @AfroDendro]

Excited to share the establishment of #LivingLabs for Multifunctional #Agroforestry in #Ethiopia!
Blending #traditional knowledge, real-time tech & community-led innovation.
Full article & video: https://t.co/hg92GQBE4j

#LivingLabs #Tigray #Gedeo @gcbc_org @CIFOR_ICRAF

[Landscape Alliance @TheLandAlliance]

In Ethiopia, farmers and scientists are teaming up to grow resilience.

Through Living Labs, local wisdom and research combine, empowering farmers to restore landscapes, choose the right trees, & access green finance.

Read more:➡️ https://t.co/ifsJ9TffGY

#TreesPeoplePlanet @Af@AfroDendro

[Landscape Alliance @TheLandAlliance]

What can trees tell us about environmental history and climate adaptation?

'Trees contain critical stories that help guide restoration. If we can read and speak their language, trees are history books.' @AfroDendro

Read🔗 : https://t.co/THU7BfqvcN

#TreesPeoplePlanet #WorldEnvironmentDay

[المركز الوطني لتنمية الغطاء النباتي ومكافحة التصحر @ncvcksa]

Press Release |

The #NCVC hosts a webinar to explore the latest scientific and innovative solutions to environmental challenges, featuring leading international experts.

[The Global Centre on Biodiversity for Climate @gcbc_org]

Proud to see GCBC research featured at GCL Forests 2025.

Inclusive partnerships are key to forest stewardship - merging traditional knowledge with innovation, as demonstrated in our work in Ethiopia @AfroDendro

#GLF2025 #ForestGovernance #ClimateAction #Biodiversity

[TIME @TIME]

TIME's new cover: Meet this year's #TIME100Health, a community of leaders—scientists, doctors, advocates, educators, and policy-makers, among others—who are changing the health of the world. https://t.co/1MpFEK5mKo