Story | 03 Sep, 2016
Building conservation and peace in Myanmar
“All ethnic peoples have the same political aspirations – peace, self-determination and environmental sustainability” - Paul Sein Twa, Karen leader from Myanmar
Press release | 03 Sep, 2016
The World Now Protects 15% of Its Land, but Crucial Biodiversity Zones Left Out
Close to 15% of the Earth's land and 10% of its territorial waters are covered by national parks and other protected areas; coverage of marine protected areas increased by almost 300% in the last decade; and eight in 10 key biodiversity areas worldwide lack complete protection.
Story | 29 Aug, 2016
The Mediterranean at the IUCN World Conservation Congress
We share with all the Mediterranean Members and the strategic partners in the region, the main events in which the IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation will participate or organise at the IUCN World Conservation Congress that will be held in Hawai'i on 1-10 September 2016.
Story | 23 Aug, 2016
Protected areas resilient to climate change in West Africa
The resilience of protected areas is defined as their ability to cope with climate change impacts.
Story | 03 Aug, 2016
Tell us your water story and win a prize
Are you working in conservation? In forest, marine, climate change areas or others? Has water made an unexpected appearance in your work? Then we are looking for your story.
Story | 31 Jul, 2016
A vision for protected areas in North Eurasia
By Elena Nikolaeva, WCPA Regional Vice Chair for North Eurasia.
Story | 29 Jul, 2016
Fragments of Extinction - The Sonic Heritage of Ecosystems
A multidisciplinary project on soundscape biodiversity
Story | 29 Jul, 2016
How effective are Albanian Protected Areas?
The assessment of 51 protected areas of Albania was conducted using the Management Effectiveness Tracking Tool (METT) in the frame of the project NaturAL. This assessment is a show case of the ways management effectiveness of protected areas can be improved which is the main topic of the IUCN…
Story | 29 Jul, 2016
Cultural and Spiritual Significance of Nature Key to Protected Area Governance and Management
Cultural and spiritual bonds with nature are among the strongest personal drives and motivators for nature conservation yet they are not often taken into account in the governance and management of protected areas.
Story | 29 Jul, 2016
Q & A: Expert tips on protected area management, and a shout out to rangers
At the recent Asia Protected Areas Partnership Steering Committee meeting, IUCN Asia had the opportunity to speak to Ignace Schops, President of the EUROPARC Federation, the largest network on natural heritage in Europe. A…