The IUCN Species Survival Commission (SSC) Caprinae Specialist Group (CSG) evaluated the effects of inclusion of local people in the conservation of Golestan National Park, Iran. Community based conservation is identified as a key strategy leading to positive ecological outcomes.
Lao PDR joined the Ramsar Convention in 2010, with the designation of the Xe Champhone and Boeung Kiat Ngong wetlands as its first two Ramsar sites. IUCN had proposed that the government also designates Siphandone as a Ramsar site because of its outstanding natural…
Dodoma, Tanzania – 5th February 2025 – The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), in partnership with the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD), is proud to launch the Scaling-up Nature-based Solutions (NbS) for Cl
Malaga, 28 January 2025 (IUCN) - More than 50 experts from Andorra, Spain, France and Portugal met in Madrid for three days to develop a transnational conservation plan and define more urgent measures to prevent the extinction of this unique freshwater species.
The IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation (IUCN Med) is contributing to the implementation of 2030GreenerMed joining a common vision with the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM).
A recent report to which IUCN Pakistan contributed to highlights the success of a community-drive capacity assessment approach in strengthening climate adaptation and resilience in rural Pakistan.
Suva, Fiji, February 3, 2025 – The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) today formalized a partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Each year, on 2 February, the world celebrates World Wetlands Day, to recognise the vital role wetlands play for both nature and people. Wetlands support diverse biodiversity by offering a range of habitats for aquatic, terrestrial, and migratory species, including birds, amphibians, fish,…
This year’s theme, "Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future," highlights the vital role wetlands play in keeping our environment balanced and promoting our well-being. Wetlands are critical marine habitats that support biodiversity and provide livelihoods for coastal communities.