European Pavilion at the IUCN World Conservation Congress

At the upcoming IUCN World Conservation Congress, the IDEA Campaign and IUCN ENCA (Europe, North and Central Asia) will co-host a joint Together for Nature Pavilion – an exhibition space, highlighting conservation priorities and innovations from Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia.  

The Pavilion will serve as a platform for knowledge sharing, learning, and cross-border interaction. 

What to Expect

Our carefully curated programme brings together leading experts, policymakers, and conservation champions for:

• Expert panel discussions - Deep-dive conversations on the European Biodiversity policy and its implementation, regulatory frameworks and regional collaboration.  
• Interactive workshops – Sessions exploring science-policy integration, evidence-based restoration methods, and AI applications in nature conservation. 
• Networking events - Opportunities to forge lasting partnerships and knowledge-sharing networks

All sessions focus on five Congress themes: Scaling Up Resilient Conservation Action, Reducing Climate Overshoot Risks, Delivering on Equity, Transitioning to Nature-Positive Economies and Societies, Disruptive Innovation and Leadership for Conservation.  

Browse the Pavilion programme here. 

Europe's Priorities at the Congress  

Europe is home to rich biodiversity and vital natural resources, yet these are declining at an unprecedented rate due to unsustainable human activities. The IUCN European Regional Office plays a key role in addressing these challenges by shaping EU policies, promoting effective regulation, and supporting conservation efforts at both national and regional levels.

In collaboration with its Members and EU institutions,  the IUCN European Regional Office is working to support the implementation of key environmental legislation and policies, as well as the EU Green Deal. By leveraging IUCN’s global knowledge base and scientific expertise, we aim to protect and restore nature across Europe.

At the Congress, IUCN European Regional Office representatives will highlight the region's commitment to reversing biodiversity loss, restoring ecosystems, and strengthening the implementation of global conservation targets.  

Events and participation

Sessions IUCN European Regional Office is organising in cooperation with partners and members: 

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