Big Wins at the IUCN Congress- what stood out?
The outcomes from the recent IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi are more than just headlines, they’re a massive, undeniable win for nature. For us at Project Earthlings, and for every young person carrying the weight of conservation, this global meeting proved that our collective passion and effort are driving a real, measurable impact. Here are some of our favorite big wins coming out of the IUCN Congress:
Unite for Nature: Our Local Action, Global Impact
This year, the Congress unveiled a powerful 20-year Strategic Vision, “Unite for Nature on the Path to 2045,” alongside a program called “Nature 2030.” This is a global commitment to accelerate efforts toward a “nature-positive“ world. As we design innovative, school-based conservation projects, this vision is our compass: it reminds us that our local, regional actions are part of a much larger, unstoppable global movement.
The Greatest News: Green Turtles Stage Massive Comeback!
And to our great joy, the IUCN announced the delisting of Green Sea Turtles (Chelonia mydas) from “Endangered” to “Least Concern.” This change reflects a global population increase of approximately 28% since the 1970s. This monumental victory was achieved through protecting nesting sites, minimizing bycatch, and engaging local communities, proving that sustained effort works. For the next generation of Earthlings, this is the real-world evidence that change is possible and why we commit to this work every single day.
Tech Takes the Lead: Recognizing Next-Gen Conservation
With “Advancing knowledge and innovation” as a key priority of the Abu Dhabi Call to Action, the Congress perfectly validated Project Earthlings’ core mission: using UAV/drone technology to map and monitor habitats and measure success. Further reinforcing this priority was the announcement of the first-ever Tech4Nature Awards, recognizing technological innovations that benefit biodiversity.
In terms of scale, the Congress was historic: the IUCN welcomed 100 new members, and almost 150 resolutions and recommendations were passed.
It’s clear coming out of the IUCN Congress that collaboration and innovation are the keys to a nature-positive world. Project Earthlings is already putting this blueprint into action. Follow our journey as we integrate this new global vision into our school programs.
By Malaak Al Lawati
Big Wins at the IUCN Congress- what stood out?
The outcomes from the recent IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi are more than just headlines, they’re a massive, undeniable win for nature. For us at Project Earthlings, and for every young person carrying the weight of conservation, this global meeting proved that our collective passion and effort are driving a real, measurable impact. Here are some of our favorite big wins coming out of the IUCN Congress:
Unite for Nature: Our Local Action, Global Impact
This year, the Congress unveiled a powerful 20-year Strategic Vision, “Unite for Nature on the Path to 2045,” alongside a program called “Nature 2030.” This is a global commitment to accelerate efforts toward a “nature-positive“ world. As we design innovative, school-based conservation projects, this vision is our compass: it reminds us that our local, regional actions are part of a much larger, unstoppable global movement.
The Greatest News: Green Turtles Stage Massive Comeback!
And to our great joy, the IUCN announced the delisting of Green Sea Turtles (Chelonia mydas) from “Endangered” to “Least Concern.” This change reflects a global population increase of approximately 28% since the 1970s. This monumental victory was achieved through protecting nesting sites, minimizing bycatch, and engaging local communities, proving that sustained effort works. For the next generation of Earthlings, this is the real-world evidence that change is possible and why we commit to this work every single day.
Tech Takes the Lead: Recognizing Next-Gen Conservation
With “Advancing knowledge and innovation” as a key priority of the Abu Dhabi Call to Action, the Congress perfectly validated Project Earthlings’ core mission: using UAV/drone technology to map and monitor habitats and measure success. Further reinforcing this priority was the announcement of the first-ever Tech4Nature Awards, recognizing technological innovations that benefit biodiversity.
In terms of scale, the Congress was historic: the IUCN welcomed 100 new members, and almost 150 resolutions and recommendations were passed.
It’s clear coming out of the IUCN Congress that collaboration and innovation are the keys to a nature-positive world. Project Earthlings is already putting this blueprint into action. Follow our journey as we integrate this new global vision into our school programs.
By Malaak Al Lawati
