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In February, 32 dedicated conservationists from 18 countries will travel to Frankfurt to participate in the #FrankfurtSpringSchool 2025. All share a passion for #wildlife and #biodiversity and will form the #nextgeneration of #conservation project managers. Through the KfW Stiftung Fellowship, 6 participants from the Global South, including 2 @TheWCS fellows, will participate to develop their conservation projects in their home regions. Stay tuned for more details! #FSS2025 #projectmanagement #conservationexperts #natureconservation #education @FZS_Frankfurt @goetheuni @KfW_FZ_int @WWF_Deutschland @ConservationOrg @KPMG_DE

Iconic rays face ongoing threats to survive, shows a new study. The research shines a spotlight on the deeply unsustainable trade in manta and mobula gills and meat, at levels that will drive this family to extinction if action isn’t taken urgently. bit.ly/3Zz8bXU

Happy Holidays ! 🎇 As we reflect on the past year, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible support of our colleagues and partners around the world who share in our mission to protect #wildlife and #wildplaces. 🐾🌿🌍 This season, we wish to celebrate the beauty of our planet and the collective actions we take to safeguard it. Thank you for being a part of this journey. Wishing you joy, peace, and a wonderful new year ahead! 🌟 #TogetherForNature #ForOurPlanet #ForPeopleForPlanet @UNBiodiversity @EU_ENV @EU_Health @EU_Partnerships @IPBES

With the help of the #SWMProgramme, learn how insects are helping to save #lemurs in #Madagascar!🐞🌿 🔗fao.org/newsroom/story… @FAOMadagascar @cirad @CIFOR_ICRAF @thewcs @EU_Partnerships @wcsbrussels @PressACP @ffem_Fr @AFD_en @eudeleg_Rome @FAOAfrica @FAOBrussels

Today marks the 2️⃣nd anniversary of the adoption of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF 🎉 Since its adoption in 2022, @TheWCS has worked globally with governments, #localcommunities, #IndigenousPeoples, and other partners to advance biodiversity targets.🌿🐾🌍 Amidst the challenges and opportunities, we remain committed to making good on #biodiversity commitments and #climate goals. We look forward to strengthening these partnerships and continuing our collective efforts to save #wildlife and #wildplaces. #EcologicalIntegrity #Conservation #Ecosystem #Sustainability #SDGs #ForOurPlanet

Registration and poster submissions are now open for the upcoming event, Belgian One Health : Ecosystems in the balance. This event will take place on 22 and 23 January 2025, in Brussels, Belgium. Join us! Learn more here--> biodiversity.be/6059/

We understand more about sharks and rays than ever before, but they remain among the most threatened vertebrates. Declining fast, says a new @IUCN report. As part of our strategy, @WCSOcean is helping to implement shark management reforms in 10 key geographies across the globe.

Thrilled that @datamermaid was chosen as a winner of the @AWS_Nonprofits IMAGINE Grant. With less than 15% of the world’s coral reefs monitored, it’s time to close the data gap with responsible AI and machine learning, says WCS’s @emilysdarling. bit.ly/4in4ehq

New protected area just announced in Argentina that will benefit wildlife and people. Islas y Canales Verdes del Río Uruguay Natural Park covers nearly 10,000 acres of wetlands, islands, riparian forests, and sandy beaches along the Uruguay River. ➡️ bit.ly/4hZYBWx

Illegal cattle trafficking is fueling dangerous resurgence of a parasite, New World screwworm. We’re calling for decisive action by the US and Mexico to stop this illegal ranching and protect livestock, public health, and economies. Read our statement: bit.ly/3CEPSbV

Despite a nearly all-male lineup of Heads of State at #COP29 opening, make no mistake—women are driving ambition and #ClimateAction at every level across the 🌍 Delighted to join Ministers & female leaders at #COP29. Thanks to @ABaerbock & @MarinaSilva for bringing us together.

🟢 LIVE NOW: @PREZODE_Intl GA in Brussels Research shows the clear value of investing in #pandemicprevention to save lives, protect economies and strengthen community resilience, with co-benefits for #biodiversity, #climate and achieving the #SDGs, says @TheWCS's Lucy Keatts.

🟢 LIVE NOW: @PREZODE_Intl GA in Brussels Roundtable discussion on how to move from a #pathogen-centric approach to a #risk-centric approach, with: • Lucy Keatts, @TheWCS • Pablo Sagredo Martin, @UNEP • Prof. @JeroenDewulf, University of Ghent • Dr. Teerasak Chuxnum, Ministry of Public Health, Thailand #OneHealth #GlobalHealth #covid19 #avianflu #preventionatsource

🟢 LIVE NOW: @PREZODE_Intl GA in Brussels @TheWCS's Lucy Keatts highlights the critical need to adopt a risk-based approach to effectively prevent #pandemics. #OneHealth #GlobalHealth #covid19 #avianflu #pandemicprevention #preventionatsource

Today is Nature and Biodiversity Day at #COP29 in 🇦🇿 Baku! #ClimateChange and biodiversity loss are interdependent global challenges. Check the Conference's programme to learn more about this, indigenous people, gender equality, oceans & coastal zones 👉 cop29.az/en/home

We strongly support the recommendation to develop a dedicated EU #OneHealth strategy for Europe and beyond, setting out ambitions and actions, supported at political level, and we stand ready to share our scientific expertise for its development. 🌿🌍 @EU_Health @SandraGallina

We welcome the new Scientific Opinion ‘One Health Governance in the European Union’ by the Group of Chief Scientific Advisors. It offers key recommendations for the effective implementation of #OneHealth approach in the EU, says WCS's @sslieberman. ▶️ bit.ly/3YVtaUp

UPDATE: Avian flu outbreak killed more than 17,000 elephant seals, a new study says. 97% of pups. “It will take decades before the numbers are back to the 2022 population size,” says co-author Valeria Falabella of @wcsargentina. ➡️ bit.ly/3CiZAki

#ClimateChange and biodiversity loss are interdependent global challenges. That is why #COP16Colombia parties agreed to enhance policy coherence and ambitious action for both still this decade 👉 europa.eu/!DGc3Jj Climate Change #COP29 starts today. Let's make it count!