IUCN SSC Asian Rhino Specialist Group

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The AfRSG guides and facilitates the conservation of viable African rhino populations across their natural range.

Objectives:

1. To establish and enhance healthy and persistent rhino populations through advising and facilitating the efficient protection and dynamic biological management of African rhinos within their natural range
2. To foster multiple values of rhinos for all peoples’ well-being through promoting sustainable conservation
3. To facilitate research, collate information and report on the status of African rhinos to the IUCN and other parties
4. To support targeted communication to a wide range of stakeholders
5. To ensure effective leadership through the capacity building and mentorship of the next generation of rhino conservationists
6. To promote sustainable finance and good governance for African rhino conservation
7. To manage, monitor and evaluate the Group via effective, efficient, and transparent governance