January online conversation – 'The tragedy of the commons is inevitable'
Join our first rangeland myths online conversation of 2026, focused on the myth of the ‘tragedy of the commons’ on Thursday, 22 January from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm GMT with speaker Frank Matose and co-chairs Amber Huff and Farai Mtero.
We will introduce the initiative and explore some key questions: Why is it important to engage with ‘myths’ about rangelands and pastoralism? How does the tragedy of the commons function as a ‘master myth’? How is it relevant to ‘repair’ and restoration initiatives focused on rangelands?
We warmly invite anyone with an interest in rangelands, pastoralism and myths about them, to join, share your stories and rethink how we ‘see’ rangelands and pastoralism. Register to join using the Eventbrite link below!
Think pieces
9 January 2026 - Amber Huff
Myth: The tragedy of the commons is inevitable
As the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists calls attention to the global diversity, importance, and governance of the world’s rangelands, the myth of the tragedy of the commons is particularly relevant and illustrative of the power and dangers of universalising and reductive myths.
27 December 2025 - Amber Huff & Linda Pappagallo
Rethinking what we think we know about rangelands and pastoralism
In this introductory blog on ‘rangeland myths’ we emphasise the need to rethink what we think we know about rangelands and pastoralism in ways that are open to diverse perspectives, experience and knowledges.
Updates and events - exploring rangeland myths in 2026
In 2026 REPAiR is hosting a series of activities and events to explore ‘rangeland myths’ in global perspective. We offer an open invitation to get involved, share your experiences and stories, and help us to rethink what we think we know about rangelands and pastoralism.
Global survey on rangeland myths
What forms do myths take in different contexts, places, policies and spaces of debate? How are they used and by whom? What challenges and alternative stories exist, and how can they be amplified? Take our short survey in English, French, Spanish or Italian to share your knowledge and experiences of rangeland myths.