IUCN Oceania

The Oceania Youth in Conservation Forum successfully brought together approximately 70 participants from Fiji, Tonga, Palau, and PNG. The event featured four key sessions focused on vital environmental issues:

1. Pacific Youth in Action: Realizing the IUCN Nature 2030 Vision for a Just World that Values and Conserves Nature
2. Youth at the Forefront: Critical Engagement in Building Climate Resilience
3. Ocean Management: Addressing waste reduction and pollution prevention.
4. Group Work – Paving the Future we want – ORCF Youth
Facilitator - Rahul Chand, IUCN Coordinator Protected and Conserved

Participants shared valuable insights on the impacts of climate change and the importance of biodiversity for youth in the Pacific. This forum served as a significant platform for learning and collaboration toward a sustainable future.

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Day 2 of the began with a High Level Panel Discussion: Talatalaga on the Future of Conservation ‘Reconnecting, Rebuilding and Rethinking Conservation for a Resilient Oceania.

Panel member, the Samoan High Commissioner to Fiji reiterated the importance of looking within.

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Ahead of the official opening of the IUCN Oceania Regional Conservation Forum in Suva, Fiji, participants attended the parallel pre-forum events; the Pacific Oceans Forum and the GIS, Data and Information workshop.

Discussions from the oceans pre-forum session centred around integrated marine management, issues related to high seas, marine plastic pollution and OECMs in the Pacific. The data and information pre-forum session largely touched on the role of GIS (including OECMs) and its application in conservation in the Pacific.

The official opening ceremony continues after the pre-forum sessions with an opening reception hosted by the Government of Fiji.

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If you're registered for the IUCN Oceania Regional Conservation Forum, join us for the side event on “Towards An IUCN Policy on Natural Capital: Progressing World Conservation Congress Resolution 120” on September 18.

See the flyer for more details about the event, including time and venue.

Join us for a side event on “Implementing the Kunming-Montreal Agreement: Balancing Biodiversity and Development in Fiji” on September 18, at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat.

This event will address how the BIODEV2030 project supports efforts related to biodiversity conservation and development opportunities.

If you're attending the IUCN Oceania Regional Conservation Forum, don’t miss this chance to engage with key discussions on sustainable practices in our region.

Dr. Grethel Aguilar, Director General of IUCN, will be officially opening the IUCN Oceania Regional Conservation Forum on September 16 with her remarks.

If you’ve registered, come and be a part of opening.

If you're attending the IUCN Oceania Regional Conservation Forum, join us for the side event on “Balancing trade-offs for sustainable in the Pacific” on Wednesday, September 18, in Room A, Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat.

Key speakers will discuss important topics on sustainable nature-based solutions in the region.

See the flyer for more details and scan the QR code to register for this event ⬇️

If you’re attending the Oceania Regional Conservation Forum, join us at the side event led by IUCN Oceania Kiwa Initiative, and Best Life 2030 on “Harnessing the power of local conservation action through conservation grants” on Wednesday, September 18, in Room B, Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat.

The key speakers will be highlighting conservation topics and provide information on IUCN’s approach to grant-making and the impact of local grantee.

See more details in the flyer ⬇️

Dr. Elise Huffer, Regional Vice Chair for Oceania of the Commission on Environmental, Economic and Social Policy (CEESP), will speak at the plenary session on: “Journeys to More Equitable and Effective Conservation: The Central Role of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities.”

Date: September 18th
Location: Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat

Come and listen to her talk about how Indigenous peoples and local communities help with conservation.

A Talanoa session with the IUCN Oceania Kiwa Initiative grantees, partners, and donors will take place on Thursday, September 19, at 5 PM in the Fale Room, Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat.

Grantees will share success stories and lessons learned on Nature-based Solutions to address climate change.

Scan the QR code to register now or use the link in the flyer. See more details in the flyer ⬇️

Dr. Sangeeta Mangubhai, Editor for the journal Pacific Conservation Biology and SPC’S Women in Fisheries Information Bulletin, will be a keynote speaker at the IUCN Oceania Regional Forum.

On September 19th, she will address the plenary session on " Effective and Equitable Governance including Gender-Responsive Approaches in Conservation."

The GIS Pre-Forum, focusing on GIS, Data, and Information, will be held during the IUCN Oceania Regional Conservation Forum on September 16 at 8:30 AM.

This workshop will gather experts to explore the role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in conservation and discuss other relevant topics.

See the flyer for more information ⬇️

Dr. Stacy Jupiter, Executive Director of the Wildlife Conservation Society's Global Marine Program and a recognized leader in ocean conservation, will be a keynote speaker at the IUCN Oceania Regional Forum.

On September 19th, she will address the plenary session on "Effective Protection and Management of 30% of the World's Terrestrial, Inland Water, and Coastal and Marine Areas by 2030."

👉 Stay tuned for more updates.

The Youth in Conservation Forum will address the impacts of climate change in Oceania and other vital conservation issues. This event is an opportunity for young leaders to engage, collaborate, and contribute to meaningful change.

To register, please scan the QR code on the flyer ⬇️
Date: September 17th

Venue: Please refer to the flyer for more details.

David Loubser, Implementation Lead - Climate Change and Environment at the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Managing Director at Ecosystem Services Ltd, will be a keynote speaker at the IUCN Oceania Regional Forum.

On September 18th, he will discuss "Innovative & Sustainable Financing."

👉 Stay tuned for more updates

As part of the Heritage in Young Hands Programme (HIYHP) under the Kiwa Initiative National Trust of Fiji Project, students participated in a three-day eco camp from September 3 – 5, at the Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park.

On the final day, they engaged in a social media and communications session led by Shreeya Verma, Communications Officer for the Kiwa Initiative at IUCN Oceania.

Ms. Verma emphasized the importance of using social media to promote environmental messages, life skills, and youth activism while adhering to Kiwa Initiative and IUCN guidelines. The students also took part in an activity where they illustrated ways to protect the dunes, focusing on:

🔥 Firebreaks
🏕 Beach Teepee
💧 Water Conservation
🌳 Protecting the Forest

Each of the four groups presented their ideas using slogans and pledges that can be shared on social media.



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European Union in the Pacific; AFD - Agence Française de Développement; Canada’s International Trade - Global Affairs Canada; New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade; Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

12 Days Until IUCN Oceania Regional Forum Begins!🌊

Get ready for an inspiring session on "Innovative and Sustainable Financing" featuring our keynote speaker, Ms. Fantasha Lockington, CEO of the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association 🌴✨

Join us as she shares her expertise alongside other panelists, driving conversations on sustainable solutions for our region.

🗓 Date:18 September 2024
📍 Location: Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat

Don't miss this opportunity to learn and connect

👉 Stay tuned for more updates

🌊 🌏 As part of Oceania Regional Forum, the Pacific Oceans Forum will be happening on 16 September 2024 at the Drua Conference Room, Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat.

What to Expect:
✨ Discussions on Integrated Oceans Management
✨ Strategies for High Seas Challenges
✨ Solutions for Plastic Pollution
✨ Sustainable Financing and Livelihoods

This is your chance to network, ask questions, and gain inspiration from fellow advocates in ocean conservation.

👉 Check the flyer for more information
📲 Scan the QR code to register now

The Samoa Conservation Society recently held a wrap-up meeting at O le Pupu National Park. 🌳 The project, supported by the Kiwa Initiative, has led to the planting of over 11,200 trees and significant forest restoration. 🌱

Thanks to IUCN Oceania for their support. Together, we are working to protect our environment. 🌊

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European Union in the Pacific; AFD - Agence Française de Développement; Canada’s International Trade - Global Affairs Canada; Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade; New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

We are hiring! 📣

Join our team as a Kiwa Initiative Grants Officer (Temporary). If you’re passionate about making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

📌Position: Kiwa Initiative Grants Officer (Temporary)
👉 Apply here: https://hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/7010

Apply Now!

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European Union in the Pacific; AFD - Agence Française de Développement; Canada’s International Trade - Global Affairs Canada; New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade; Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Pacific peoples and their identities are linked to the land, the ocean and the environment. Upholding the right to a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment across the Pacific nations can strengthen people-centered development.

Yesterday, at the margins of the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders meeting, the Government of Tonga – Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources (MLNR) and Ministry of Meteorology, Energy, Information, Disaster Management, Environment, Climate Change and Communications (MEIDECC), United Nations ESCAP Pacific Office (ESCAP), UN Environment Programme in Asia Pacific (UNEP), UN Human Rights Pacific (OHCHR) and IUCN Oceania successfully co-organised a side-event which focussed on environmental law.

The event promoted a space for constructive dialogue to exchange perspectives and insights into opportunities to advance environmental rights and environmental rule of law in the Pacific, in support of the Pacific development agenda.

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The 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders meeting is currently underway in the Kingdom of Tonga.

Join us on Wednesday 28 August, 2.00 - 3.00PM (Tonga time) at the THS Rugby Field Theme Park Area #1 for a side-event focussing on advancing environmental rights in the Pacific to support the implementation of the 2050 Strategy for Blue Pacific Continent.

The side-event is co-organised by the Government of Tonga – Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources (MLNR) and Ministry of Meteorology, Energy, Information, Disaster Management, Environment, Climate Change and Communications (MEIDECC), United Nations ESCAP Pacific Office (ESCAP), UN Environment Programme in Asia Pacific (UNEP), UN Human Rights Pacific (OHCHR) and IUCN Oceania.

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There is strong backing and support from key Fiji Ministries for the BIODEV2030 Phase 2 project that is being implemented by IUCN Oceania in Fiji.

The Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Fisheries and Forests, and the Ministry of ITaukei Affairs are all on board, supporting IUCN's efforts to align development with biodiversity in line with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.

Funded by AFD - Agence Française de Développement, this project is set to transform production practices, paving the way for a sustainable future.

In a recent meeting, IUCN engaged with senior representatives from these ministries, including the Deputy Secretary and Senior Forestry Officer, as well as key figures from the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of ITaukei Affairs. The discussions centered on the successes of Phase 1 and the exciting plans for Phase 2.

IUCN Oceania, through the BIODEV2030 project, looks forward to working closely with the relevant Government Ministries on this very crucial initiative.

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📣WE ARE HIRING!

IUCN Oceania is looking for someone to join the team as a Finance and Administration Associate.

Apply Now!

👉 https://hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/6989

📣WE ARE HIRING!

IUCN Oceania is looking for someone to join the team as Senior Officer - Membership and Executive Office Management.

Apply!

👉 https://hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/6976

IUCN Oceania hosted a briefing for the Oceania Fiji-based Missions earlier today in Suva, Fiji.

With the presence of Oceania High Commissioners and Ambassadors, the briefing provided a platform to share IUCN's work in the region while increasing awareness of the organisation's value proposition.

Not only did it provide an opportunity to strengthen partnerships and engagement with the Oceania governments but also it was an occasion to forge new partnerships to advance IUCN and its Members’ Agenda for Conservation in the region.

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