Bridging Global Ambition and Local Action: The Role of CBD Technical Support Centres

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12/10/2025
12:00 - 13:30
IUCN Programme 2026-2029 Pavilion - R2 , Presencial

Por qué asistir

Join us to explore how CBD Technical Support Centres are turning global biodiversity goals into real action on the ground. Hear success stories, engage with experts and academia, and discover how scaling up TSCs can spark partnerships, solutions, and investments for a resilient, nature-positive future.

Descripción de la sesión

This side event will spotlight how CBD Technical Support Centres (TSCs), including those led by IUCN, are helping countries turn global biodiversity commitments into real change on the ground. Since their launch, TSCs have been working with governments, communities, and partners to strengthen National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs) through capacity building, policy support, and technical assistance. Participants will hear examples of regional cooperation and innovation, including the role of universities and research institutions in bringing scientific knowledge and training into practice. The event will also highlight how TSCs are bridging global ambition with local realities by linking biodiversity with climate action, food systems, restoration, and livelihoods. Through dialogue with experts and partners, the session will explore opportunities to scale up and sustain TSC operations—showing why investing in them is a smart step toward resilient, nature-positive futures.
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Speaker

Speaker Philip MCGOWAN

Professor of Conservation Science and Policy, Newcastle University

Speaker Vinamra MATHUR

Director, Biodiversity Indicators Program, Colorado Natural Heritage Program

Speaker Hany EL SHAER

Regional Director - West Asia, IUCN ROWA

Speaker Astrid SCHOMAKER

Executive Secretary, Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

Speaker Boris ERG

Director, European Regional Office, IUCN

Speaker Sarah Amy WYATT

Sr. Biodiversity Specialist, GEF (Global Environment Facility)

Speaker Sonia Castañeda

Deputy Director, Fundación Biodiversidad

Moderator

Speaker Dindo CAMPILAN

Asia Regional Director & Hub Director for Oceania, IUCN - International Union for Conservation of Nature

Speaker Valérie D'HOEDT MEYER

Director, Global Knowledge Management and Learning, IUCN Secretariat