Abu Dhabi, 9-15 October

IUCN World Conservation Congress

A once-every-four-years gathering of nature conservation experts, leaders and decision-makers from around the world

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People
10000+
Participants
Sessions
1400+
Sessions
Interactive exhibition
140+
Interactive exhibitions 
Members
1400+
Members

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IUCN World Conservation Congress concludes in Abu Dhabi with ambitious vision for nature conservation
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 15 October 2025 (IUCN) –The IUCN World Conservation Congress closed today in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), setting the vision for nature conservation for the next 20 years. Held in the UAE for the first time, the Congress took place under the generous patronage of President of the United Arab Emirates…
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A Congress with three components

 
Forum

 9–12 October

 

The Forum is the largest knowledge marketplace for conservation and sustainable development science, practice and innovation. Through thematic sessions, the Forum addresses the economic, social, scientific and technical aspects of a broad range of nature conservation issues.

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Exhibition

 9–13 October

 
In the Exhibition, IUCN Members and Commissions, businesses, partners, and academia host pavilions, booths and events. The Exhibition is open to both Congress participants and the public, allowing exhibitors to showcase their research, innovations and work to the broadest Congress audience.

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Members' Assembly

 13–15 October

 
The Members' Assembly is IUCN's highest decision-making body. During the Assembly, IUCN's Member organisations vote on pressing conservation and sustainable development issues. These decisions influence global policy and set the conservation agenda for years to come.

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