News | 19 Jun, 2024
June 19, 2024 - Nairobi, Kenya: The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the world's largest global conservation organisation, is pleased to announce the IUCN Africa Conservation Forum (ACF) in partnership with the Government of Kenya through the Ministry of…
Story | 21 May, 2024
The recent IUCN Mesoamerican Regional Conservation Forum (Mexico City, April 16-19, 2024) served as an important platform for collective dialogue and collaboration to shape the future course of conservation efforts in the Mesoamerican region. Bringing together a diverse range of members and…
Story | 19 Apr, 2024
Celebrating America’s Natural Heritage – Part II: Dinosaur fossils
Ever since the creation of Yellowstone as the world’s first national park in 1872, natural and cultural heritage protection has significantly progressed across North America.
Press release | 17 Apr, 2024
Urban biodiversity spotlighted as IUCN Regional Conservation Forum opens in Mexico City
Urbanisation, the role of cities in reversing biodiversity loss, and protections for environmental defenders are just some of the many pressing conservation challenges to be discussed at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Regional Conservation Forum (RCF), which opens…
Blog | 19 Dec, 2023
Roots of territorial sustainability of the Peoples of Mexico: Indigenous Peoples, Gender and Youth.
The IUCN Mexican Forum "Roots of territorial sustainability of the peoples of Mexico" has been an invaluable space for exchange, since it allowed bringing together Indigenous leaders, experts, professionals, and people committed to the advancement of sustainable practices in the Mexican…
Story | 04 Dec, 2023
Bamboo: A Promising Resource for the Restoration of Degraded Landscapes in Cameroon
Deforestation, climate change, land degradation, and inflation in food, oil, and fuel prices are just some of the many challenges affecting the Cameroonian economy.
The Restoration Initiative (TRI) is providing solutions to these problems in the landscapes of Mbalmayo, Douala-Edéa and…
News | 17 Aug, 2023
Mexico City, Mexico, August 16, 2023. Representatives from states, government agencies, civil society organizations, and Indigenous Peoples' organizations will gather from April 16 to 19, 2024 in Mexico City to celebrate the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Regional…
Press release | 26 Jul, 2023
Extraordinary action for protected areas recognised by International Ranger Awards
Gland, Switzerland, 26 July 2023 (IUCN) – Nine rangers and ranger teams have received the 2023 IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) International Ranger Awards. The awards recognise the outstanding work of protected areas rangers around the world, celebrating the dedication and…
Story | 02 Jun, 2023
Cameroon latest achievements on forest and landscape restoration
A new era for non-timber forest products in the Mbalmayo landscape
Story | 29 Mar, 2023
Powerful voices and Indigenous wisdom at marine conservation congress
The 5th International Marine Protected Areas Congress (IMPAC5) took place in Vancouver, Canada from February 3-9, 2023. This article summarizes several highlights of the conference from CEESP attendees.