Biography
Thematic Vice Chair, Capacity Development. Mike’s work as a conservation practitioner focuses on applied, area-based conservation, working in more than 40 counties to help establish protected areas, create legal frameworks and governance systems, develop management strategies and plans, and build the capacity of staff and organizations.
Speaking at
The WCPA “Book Club” conversation
Oct 10 2025 (13:00 - 14:00)
Room: IUCN Commissions Knowledge Hub
The WCPA “Book Club” conversation
Oct 10 2025 (14:00 - 14:45)
Room: IUCN Commissions Knowledge Hub
Announcing the International Ranger Award Winners - the world's frontline defenders of nature
Oct 11 2025 (14:00 - 14:30)
Room: Press conference room | Hall 2
Developing new WCPA guidance on Protected/Conserved Area Management Planning
Oct 11 2025 (15:00 - 15:45)
Room: IUCN Commissions Knowledge Hub
Knowledge Management and Capacity Development: Catalysts of the IUCN Programme
Oct 12 2025 (19:00 - 21:00)
Room: IUCN Programme 2026-2029 Pavilion - R2