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Inland waters – such as rivers, lakes and other wetlands – are among the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet. They are also the most threatened; almost one in three species is at risk of extinction and monitored populations of freshwater species have declined by 85% since 1970. The loss of…

We are excited to announce the release of the 2024 Regional Conservation Forum (RCF) for West Asia Report. Hosted by the National Center for Wildlife (NCW) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and organized by IUCN Regional Office for West Asia (ROWA), this…

Ecosystems are vital for life and are a prominent aspect of the Global Biodiversity Framework, which aims to protect and restore biodiversity.

The exchange of data and information is essential to guide effective transboundary water management and governance. It promotes dialogue on common challenges, needs and priorities to negotiate benefit-sharing agreements and fosters the engagement of a variety of stakeholders in decision-making…

West Africa is characterized by rapid population growth, endemic poverty and poor governance and management of natural resources. This situation is exacerbated by the negative effects of climate change and is unequivocally leading to the depletion of West African natural capital, including the…

African Solutions for Nature and People: Creating transformative responses to the biodiversity and climate crisis in Africa.

Deep seabed mining could negatively impact human rights on many levels, in spite of how its remoteness and depth can make many people feel disconnected from consequences.

The use of artificial light at night has expanded and intensified over past decades, and recent advances in LED technology have accelerated those trends. Light pollution severely disrupts nocturnal ecosystems, interferes with the natural rhythms of plants and animals, mars the wilderness experience…

The identification, designation and management of Wetlands of International Importance (“Ramsar Sites”) is a key commitment under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, to which all five Indo-Burma countries (Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Thailand, and Viet Nam) are signatories (Contracting Parties…

Migratory freshwater fishes play key roles in ecosystem functioning, support the economy and livelihoods of millions of people worldwide, and have cultural importance to numerous communities.