Convention on Migratory Species (CMS)

#JobOpportunity! CMS is seeking an Associate Programme Management Officer for its Abu Dhabi office. Our bureau in the Middle East takes innovative steps to promote and implement conservation activities for dugongs, African-Eurasian raptors and other migratory species of regional importance. 🖱️ Apply by 5 December! More details here: https://lnkd.in/dRgYRjGx

Join International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) on 7 November, in a webinar that will discuss the possible interactions between grid infrastructure and migratory birds 👇 http://bit.ly/3AkfgmB As we aim for #3xRenewables, we must make sure the transitions preserve the environment and #biodiversity.

'Worldwide, #MigratorySpecies are in decline, but there is hope if we act now to protect, connect and restore species populations and habitats' —Neville Ash, Director, UN Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC), speaking on the State of the World's Migratory Species Report at UN Biodiversity #Cop16Colombia Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) COP16 Colombia

On #WorldCitiesDay, it is vital to recall the importance of cities and urban regions for migratory species. Migratory species don’t just pass through remote oceans and mountains – they also travel through our very own cities! In fact, urban green spaces, rivers, and wetlands often serve as essential stopover points to rest and feed during their long journeys. 🏙️ 🐦 This past 27 October, CMS welcomed ICLEI's launch of Journeys for Life – an initiative supporting the objectives of the Convention on Migratory Species. Journeys for Life is a platform for cities that are located along migratory routes of specific migratory species, to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, resources, and best practices. At the launch, ICLEI announced the first cohort of cities subscribed to the programme: Seattle, USA; Barranquilla, Colombia; Cocody, Ivory Coast; and Varzaneh, Iran. 👏 📺 Watch a recording of this exciting announcement (3:40-minute mark), which was made at the 8th Summit for Subnational Governments & Cities at #COP16Colombia: https://lnkd.in/dCd5kF_P 🖱️ Find out more about Journeys for Life here: https://lnkd.in/eepW6Qay

Today is Cooperation Day at #COP16Colombia!   Cooperation Day aims to emphasize the role of cooperation for efficient and effective implementation of the #KMGBF and other biodiversity-related objectives. It provides a platform to exchange and learn about ongoing cooperative processes and actions undertaken jointly by governments, stakeholders, international organizations and/or conventions to implement the Framework.   As a multilateral environmental agreement, CMS is looking forward to discussing the future of cooperation in implementing the KMGBF.   Find out more here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d_qAWaDR

The disastrous effects of #COVID19 and the tackling of two additional zoonotic disease outbreaks (mpox and avian influenza) have raised awareness on the importance of animal health across the globe and is acknowledged in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.   The dangers of zoonotic spillovers of viral pathogens between wildlife and people, however, remains a serious concern requiring more and stronger actions.   Join our side event on Biodiversity and Health Actions today at #COP16Colombia! Our discussion will focus on spillover prevention and provide a platform for governments, intergovernmental organizations and civil society organizations to voice their concerns, highlight commitments and share best practices.   More details here: https://lnkd.in/dr5jKf9V

"Nature is life. And yet, we are waging a war against it. A war where there can be no winner." -- António Guterres at #COP16Colombia

Join us at our side event “Nature Knows no Borders” today at #COP16Colombia. Discover the key achievements from the recent #CMSCOP14 in Uzbekistan and major findings from our inaugural State of the World’s Migratory Species Report.   Delve into the report’s urgent recommendations, as well as policy measures for tackling major threats facing migratory species, including habitat loss, overexploitation, pollution, climate change and invasive species.   Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dAHy8uB7

Having an IPBES assessment on #EcologicalConnectivity has long been a priority for CMS. Such an assessment has been actively promoted by CMS Parties, along with the Secretariat, over the years. The assessment is not only timely but urgent as it will provide, inter alia, globally-relevant, science-based evidence, tools, and methodologies that would support governments in implementing a range of pressing objectives, including the #KMGBF Targets 1 – 3 and 12. Apply to host the IPBES Spatial Planning & Ecological Connectivity Technical Support Unit (TSU)! Click below for details and read more on CMS' support here: https://lnkd.in/eBYSXr6T

Delve into the groundbreaking outcomes of #CMSCOP14 at our “Nature Knows No Borders” side event on 30 October at #COP16Colombia. ·       Engage with key findings from the State of the World’s Migratory Species report, a pivotal resource for anyone passionate about biodiversity and conservation.   ·       Gain insights into urgent recommendations for addressing major threats to migratory species, including habitat loss, climate change, and pollution.   ·       Discover how CMS priorities intersect with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and learn how you can contribute to global conservation efforts.   ·       Explore opportunities for enhanced collaboration across sectors to achieve our shared goals for migratory species and biodiversity. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dAHy8uB7