What is IUCN ?

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is a global organization dedicated to conserving nature and promoting sustainable development. It is the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, with members including governments, NGOs, and indigenous peoples’ organizations.

Objectives of IUCN

The IUCN is to influence, encourage, and assist societies around the world to conserve nature and ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable. The organization works towards achieving this mission through a combination of scientific research, field projects, policy advocacy, and collaborative partnerships.

The IUCN is known for its Red List of Threatened Species, which assesses the conservation status of various species and provides valuable information on their vulnerability to extinction. The Red List has become a global standard for evaluating species’ extinction risks and guiding conservation efforts.

In addition to species conservation, the IUCN also focuses on broader conservation issues, such as protected areas, ecosystem management, climate change, sustainable development, and environmental governance. The organization provides technical expertise, guidance, and policy recommendations to governments, organizations, and communities to address these challenges.

IUCN World Conservation Congress

The IUCN convenes the IUCN World Conservation Congress, a major global event that brings together thousands of conservation professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss and advance conservation efforts worldwide.

So  IUCN plays a crucial role in promoting conservation, sustainable development, and the protection of biodiversity at both global and local levels.