The IUCN World Protected and Conserved Areas Congress will take place between Saturday 4 September and Friday 10 September 2027 in Panamá City, Panamá. Held once every decade, it is the leading global forum to inform, inspire and catalyse action and investment that strengthens protected and conserved areas for nature and people.
In September 2027, the world’s protected and conserved area communities will gather in Panama to share knowledge, celebrate achievements, and build renewed commitment to safeguarding nature.
The event will unite governments, the private sector, civil society, Indigenous Peoples and local communities in coordinated action toward a shared vision: living in harmony with nature through effective, equitable and enduring area based conservation.
The Congress will take stock of progress in implementing the Global Biodiversity Framework at a critical moment before 2030, to strengthen the role of protected and conserved areas for peace, progress and prosperity in the decade that follows.
IUCN is proud to partner with the Government of Panama for the IUCN World Protected and Conserved Areas Congress 2027.
Known as the Crossroads of the World, Panama brings together two oceans, vibrant cultures, and remarkable biodiversity in one compact destination. As one of the world's most biodiverse countries per square kilometre, Panama is home to spectacular national parks, protected marine areas, and unique wildlife found nowhere else on Earth.
IUCN is committed to delivering the World Protected and Conserved Areas Congress 2027 as an ambitious benchmark in sustainable event management. The Congress will be guided by a comprehensive Sustainability Policy, building on past successes such as the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025.
IUCN is working hand-in-hand with our Panamanian partners to ensure a sustainability legacy.
