The IUCN Learning Zone

Learn, connect, and build skills that drive impact

The Learning Zone is your go-to destination for interactive training and capacity building for conservation action. Located in the heart of the Forum, near the Members' Area, the Learning Zone offers training sessions tailored to meet your needs, interests, and schedule. 

Whether you're looking to dive deep into a complex topic, get hands-on with new tools, or spark meaningful conversation, there’s a session format for you. 

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Choose your learning experience

 Speedy Learning sessions

Perfect for those who want quick insights and lively dialogue. Each 40-minute session features a brief expert talk followed by an interactive discussion. Fast-paced and focused, these sessions are designed to spark ideas and connection.

 Toolbox sessions

Work directly with practical tools, methods, and frameworks you can use right away. These two-hour hands-on workshops will leave you equipped with actionable skills to power your conservation efforts on the ground.

 Deep-Dive sessions

Looking to go deeper? These two-hour sessions offer rich, immersive learning experiences on complex conservation challenges, giving you space to engage in meaningful dialogue and build deeper understanding.

Supporting systems change

Learning Zone sessions explore the following areas, designed to support systems thinking and drive transformation in conservation:

Society: Putting people at the heart of conservation 

Scale-Up: Supporting financial and operational sustainability in conservation action 

Tech and Data: Using technology, data, and tools to transform conservation 

Inspiration: Fresh ideas and bold thinking to push boundaries 

Join us onsite or online

From virtual spaces to vibrant halls, our sessions meet you where you are. 

Virtual sessions: Join virtually and connect from anywhere in the world 

Onsite sessions: Experience in-person learning at Congress

Learning Zone Pavilion 

Step into the Learning Zone Pavilion in the Atrium of the Forum – a vibrant extension of the Learning Zone showcasing IUCN’s most impactful tools, resources, and research. 

 Tools for Nature

Explore IUCN’s suite of standard knowledge products through interactive demos and training sessions. See how these tools are making a difference in real-world conservation.

 IUCN Publications Hub

Meet the minds behind IUCN’s latest publications in our Hot Off the Press sessions. From groundbreaking research to compelling case studies, this area brings IUCN’s written contributions to life.

Ready to learn, share, and connect? 

Explore the sessions that match your goals and interests ahead of time. Whether you're new to conservation or a seasoned expert, the Learning Zone is your place to grow, collaborate, and be inspired. 

For more information please contact us on congress.learningzone@iucn.org.

Join us and make the most of your Congress experience – one session at a time.