Speech | 22 May, 2024
Message from IUCN Oceania Regional Director: Embracing the Theme "Be Part of the Plan"
As we commemorate World Biodiversity Day this year, it's essential to embrace the theme "Be Part of the Plan." This theme underscores the collective responsibility we all share in safeguarding biodiversity and ensuring a sustainable future for our planet.
Story | 01 May, 2024
Empowering local communities for sustainable-use of natural resources through the Kiwa Initiative
In a bid to promote sustainable natural resource management, KGWan Eco-Habitat Inc. Kiwa Initiative project aimed at educating local communities has made progress in the Bismarck Forest Corridor in the highlands of Papua New Guinea. Despite facing challenges, the project has achieved significant…
News | 25 Apr, 2024
Washington DC, April 25, 2024 — Four new projects are addressing gender-based violence in the context of climate and conservation action through funding from the Resilient, Inclusive and Sustainable Environments (RISE) grants challenge across Central America, Eastern and Southern Africa and…
Story | 19 Apr, 2024
IUCN SSC's vision for biodiversity conservation in Oceania
The International Union for Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission’s (IUCN SSC) Regional Vice-Chair for Oceania, Ms. Nunia Thomas, delivered a presentation at the IUCN Oceania Regional Office earlier this week.
Story | 03 Apr, 2024
Park rangers defend sand dunes from climate risks
With a focus on preserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable practices, the National Trust of Fiji (NTF) Kiwa Initiative Project is leading the way in ensuring the climate resilience of the Sigatoka Sand Dunes ecosystem. Through collaboration, awareness campaigns, and community…
Story | 27 Mar, 2024
World renowned athletes and sports organisations joined forces last week with the Governments of France and Kenya to host the first Sports for Nature event in Africa.
News | 20 Mar, 2024
PANORAMA launches revamped web platform to amplify solutions for a Healthier Planet
The PANORAMA initiative proudly unveils its revamped web platform, designed to foster streamlined knowledge discovery, enhance inclusivity, and deepen peer connectivity. The relaunch supports the initiative’s mission to document and promote replicable solutions across diverse…
News | 15 Mar, 2024
Enhancing collaboration at European Union borders
Officers from customs, animal and plant health authorities, and environmental authorities convened in Brussels on 14 March for an event focusing on improving border controls for Invasive Alien Species. Effective border controls are a key element in preventing their introduction…
IUCN Statement | 08 Mar, 2024
IUCN President and Director General’s Statement on International Women’s Day
Achieving gender equality and empowering women in environmental action are crucial for meeting our objectives in sustainable development, global climate efforts and biodiversity conservation. Despite this, women remain significantly disadvantaged in terms of rights, access to, and ownership over…
Story | 06 Mar, 2024
Conservation zones reunite communities and revive fish populations in Ubon Ratchatani, Thailand
River Mun is the beating heart of the fisher people who rely on its waters for their livelihood in the northeastern province of Ubon Ratchatani. The river, one of the largest and longest in northeast Thailand, is referred to as “mother” by local communities.