Emirates Nature-WWF’s Post

Save the date! Our Senior Director and Chief Operations Officer Manal B. will be speaking at the upcoming 4th Edition MENA Women Leaders' Summit taking place on 22-23 October 2024 in Dubai. Stay tuned for keen insights into business, sustainability and women empowerment.

🌍🦩 Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with us! 🕊️🌍 Twice a year, during the main migration period for birds, we raise awareness for the incredible journeys of migratory birds and the vital importance of protecting their habitats. The UAE is located along key migratory routes and witnesses millions of birds passing through its skies. Of the 460+ bird species recorded here, nearly 400 are migratory. Each year, these birds rely on coastal mudflats, lagoons, oases and traditional farms like those in Al Bithnah, to rest and replenish their body fat reserves. During our field surveys in Al Bithnah, we have recorded several migratory birds like European Bee Eaters, the Striated Flycatcher and the Blue Rock-thrush making stopovers to survive long journeys. Through our work, Emirates Nature-WWF plays an important role in protecting insects, habitats and feeding grounds for migratory birds in both coastal and inland habitats. By restoring native trees and supporting sustainable #agroecology farming, we ensure migratory birds are provided with the habitat, food, and shelter they need to thrive for generations to come. In turn, these birds play a key role in pollination and seed dispersal, supporting our natural ecosystems. #WorldMigratoryBirdDay

The UACA On Track2.0 net zero dashboard provides a high level overview of our members’ net zero journey, including their projected pathway, key achievements and upcoming milestones towards their net zero objectives! Launched two months ago, it is already tracking the progress of 21 UACA members - leading the UAE's demonstration of public accountability, representing non-state actors in diverse industries! If you are an interested customer, shareholder or are simply curious, explore the On Track2.0 Net Zero Dashboard at the following links:   UACA Impact View https://lnkd.in/dXGXmNCm   UACA Member Table: where you can explore UACA Member Spotlights! https://lnkd.in/dvid6GWy   Advanced Media | Video . Photography . Broadcast . Cinema, Al Naboodah , ALDAR, American University of Sharjah, Aramex, Arla Foods, Barma Auto Parts LLC, Chalhoub Group, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Danone, Ehfaaz, Farnek Services LLC, Higher Colleges of Technology, IFFCO Group, Landmark Group, Majid Al Futtaim, New York University Abu Dhabi, Serco, talabat, Unilever, Zurich Middle East

Experience UAE wildlife through the eyes of incredible wildlife photographers Remi Vacher and Nicolas Groues in this one-of-a-kind, unmissable exhibition. 📷🐾 Explore captivating images that not only inspire, but also deepen our understanding of nature and wildlife. 🌍💚 Learn about remarkable species in the UAE and discover how we can safeguard them through #conservation and #citizenscience - with insights from our very own Arabella Willing, who leads conservation outreach at Emirates Nature-WWF. The Secrets of UAE Wildlife Exhibition will take place on Sunday the 20th of October at Alliance Française Dubai. It is presented in collaboration with Emirates Nature-WWF & Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. The exhibition is free to join, and open to everyone. Register at the #LeadersofChange website at https://lnkd.in/ecj9XQbf Photo Credits: Remi Vacher and Nicolas Groues #Nature #Wildlife #YearofSustainability

At the Arab Water Forum, Maha Al-Salehi, Manager of Nature Conservation and Economy at Emirates Nature-WWF, highlighted one of the lesser-discussed benefits of cultivating salt-loving halophytes. Beyond the potential benefits they offer for food security and local economic growth, these plants thrive in high-saline environments, thus reducing pressure on precious freshwater resources. Learn more below.

Are you ready for a new season of Leaders of Change? We have introduced new events at new locations across the country. Check it out at the Leaders of Change website - https://lnkd.in/gq-akyZN Spots are limited for some events. Sign up today!

The UAE is filled with remarkable species.   Dr Andrew Gardner, our Associate Director of Biodiversity Conservation, discussed a particularly prickly creature that lives in the UAE in this segment on Dubai Eye 103.8 (see the video below).   🦔🦊🦌🦂Learn more about the unique and diverse species that have adapted to thrive in the UAE through our Leaders of Change programme.   🟢Sign up for online masterclasses and join our conservation experts in the field as we assess the health of key indicator species across different habitats and inform conservation strategies.   💪🏽Together, we can make a positive impact for nature and biodiversity.   ➡️➡️Learn more about Leaders of Change and our new lineup of exciting events at https://lnkd.in/gq-akyZN

ADIB - Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank and Emirates Nature-WWF have joined forces to support the restoration of native trees in the UAE. Through the ADIB mobile application, you can now donate directly to environmental cause such as planting native trees across the UAE and the restoration of barren areas. Native trees play a crucial role in restoring ecosystems – by providing shelter for wildlife, improving soil health, acting as carbon sinks to enhance climate resilience, and promoting ecological balance. This collaboration aims to encourage the bank’s customers and the broader public to take part in these initiatives, supporting the UAE’s sustainability agenda and facilitating conservation and preservation of nature. #TogetherPossible

We're delighted to see our parent-friendly work policies featured in Khaleej Times. Since the inception of Emirates Nature-WWF in 2001, the well-being of our colleagues has been at the heart of the organization. We foster a positive working environment that is flexible and empathetic to parents, with comprehensive leave policies, a hybrid work model, a flexi-summer policy and more. This gives us the opportunity to live with purpose, and also put our kids and families first. Our commitment to a healthy working culture has been recognized by the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority, which honoured Emirates Nature-WWF with the esteemed Parent-Friendly + Label for two years in a row.  Read more about our policies, and the national drive to champion parent-friendly workplaces at the #link https://lnkd.in/di5XNFEa