Story | 04 Jul, 2023
Dr. Thomas Brooks is Chief Scientist at the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). During his visit to the IUCN Regional Office for Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean (ORMACC), we talked with Dr. Brooks about the relation between science and conservation, and the…
IUCN Statement | 04 Jul, 2023
IUCN statement on the EU Nature Restoration Law
IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) is deeply concerned about recent developments in relation to the EU Nature Restoration Law. IUCN firmly supports the adoption…
Story | 04 Jul, 2023
Kick-off workshop on lotus silk value chains to expand flood storage in the Mekong Delta
Lotus plants are found throughout Vietnam with their distribution concentrated in the muddy water of lakes and ponds of the Mekong Delta. Lotus parts such as seeds, leaves, buds, and roots have proven economic value for medicinal herbs, cosmetics, and daily food. But the largest part of the…
Story | 03 Jul, 2023
BIOPAMA and BEST 2.0+ grantees share knowledge for conservation practice
More than fifty-five grantees from the Africa, Caribbean and Pacific regions, and the European Overseas Countries and Territories, gathered in Nairobi, Kenya from the 2-6th May 2023 as part of a knowledge sharing and capitalisation experience organised by IUCN.
Story | 03 Jul, 2023
Open Call for Nominations for the IUCN Green List Panel until the 7 July 2023 23:59 CET
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Blog | 03 Jul, 2023
Local Stories For Global Change: Storytelling for 30x30
Right now in the global conservation community, everyone is talking about "30x30". This refers to a new global movement that calls for the conservation of 30% of the earth's land and water by 2030 in fair and effective ways. But how can this ambitious target be achieved? IUCN and Esri have…
Story | 30 Jun, 2023
Conservation and anti-poaching initiatives in Africa have often overlooked the invaluable perspectives and involvement of local communities living in important conservation landscapes. Learn how the…
Story | 29 Jun, 2023
Navigating transboundary waters in Eastern and Southern Africa
Water, a precious resource that knows no boundaries, plays a vital role in sustaining ecosystems and supporting socio-economic development. Effective management and governance of transboundary water resources are crucial to ensure sustainable development in regions where multiple countries share…
Story | 29 Jun, 2023
The Moroni Declaration for Ocean and Climate Action in Africa was recently signed by the Ministers and High-Level Representatives of several African countries during the Blue Future Ministerial Conference held in Moroni, Union of Comoros from June 12 – 14, 2023.