IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation

🌿 Collaborating for a more resilient Mediterranean! 🌊 Over the past three days, we’ve engaged in intense and fruitful discussions with our partners at the General Assembly of the DesirMED project, kindly hosted by Generalitat Valenciana. This European projects in Horizon 2020 brings together 34 organizations committed to accelerating climate adaptation and resilience in the Mediterranean region. The IUCN team led a dedicated session showcasing four inspiring case studies on Nature-based Solutions that comply with IUCN standard on NbS: ✅ Network Grazing ("Pastoreo en Red") – promoted by Redeia RedEléctrica (Spain) ✅ REPRISE – Ecosystem restoration for risk prevention and ecosystem services (New Caledonia), presented by the Comité français de l'UICN ✅ Sustainable restoration of coastal dune systems – Addressing global environmental challenges (Girona, Spain). (From the H2020 IMPETUS Project) ✅ Integrated water resource management through NbS – (Rwanda) We also had the opportunity to visit on-the-ground examples of successful NbS applications near Valencia, implemented by national, regional, and local governments, reinforcing the power of nature in tackling climate challenges. A huge thank you to all our partners for their collaboration and commitment, and a special appreciation to our hosts and coordinators, CMCC Foundation - Centro Euro Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici and TECNALIA Research & Innovation, for their excellent organization! Let’s keep working together for a more resilient Mediterranean. 🌍💚 #NatureBasedSolutions #ClimateResilience #DesirMED #HorizonEU #IUCN #Sustainability #Mediterranean #Impetus

📢 The #IUCNcongress takes place later this year. Be part of the action and help shape global priorities for the coming decade🤝🌍 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dBTdzuXM

📢 Hemos ampliado el plazo para candidatar para el Grupo de Evaluación de Expertos de la Lista Verde (EAGL) en España 📢 Presenta tu solicitud antes del 12 de marzo y contribuye a avancar la efectividad de la conservación en España 🌍 #ProtectedAreas #GreenList #Opportunity IUCN Protected and Conserved Areas

🌍 IUCN contributes to the Mediterranean Strategy for Sustainable Development (MSSD) 2026-2035 🌿 IUCN was invited to participate and provide inputs in the Thematic Ad-Hoc Meeting of the Mediterranean Commission on Sustainable Development (MCSD), held in Istanbul, Türkiye, on 12-13 February, where the first draft of the 2026-2035 Mediterranean Strategy for Sustainable Development (MSSD) was presented and discussed. Building on past achievements, the updated strategy integrates new global commitments, including the Global Biodiversity Framework. It calls on the Mediterranean community at local, national, and regional levels to seize financial opportunities and governance mechanisms within the Mediterranean and European frameworks to drive joint action. Ten new flagship initiatives were presented during the meeting for this new strategy, including four where IUCN plays a key role as a partner: 🌱 The Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas, strengthening conservation standards across the region. Led by IUCN-Med. 🌊 Protection and restoration of Seagrass/Posidonia Meadows, essential for marine biodiversity and climate resilience. 🏖️ Sustainable, Inclusive, and Resilient Blue Tourism, promoting sustainable economic models that benefit nature and local communities. 🌳 Mediterranean Forest Initiative, supporting ecosystem restoration and climate adaptation. During the meeting, IUCN-Med Director, Maher Mahjoub, reaffirmed IUCN-Med’s commitment to working with UNEP/MAP-Barcelona Convention UNEP/MAP - SPA/RAC, and Plan Bleu to provide technical support and facilitate collaborative projects that benefit both the northern and southern Mediterranean. 🌊As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Barcelona Convention and UNEP/MAP, IUCN-Med looks forward to participating in the COP 24 for the Protection of the Marine Environment in Egypt and will be part in various events. #Mediterranean #Sustainability #Biodiversity #Conservation #BarcelonaConvention #UNEP

Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! Did you know? 👩🔬 The IUCN Med office is made up of 69% of women. 🚀 5 out of 8 of IUCN Med's departments are led by women. 💪 Half of IUCN Med's teams are all female. Today, we celebrate all the women who came before us, those that are here today and those that will come after us. 🔬 Conservation and science would not be where they are today without women. Signing off, IUCN Med's all female communications team 💜 👩💻 #WomenInScience #WomenInConservation #InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience

UICN #España se prepara para el Congreso Mundial de la Naturaleza Una completa y fructífera reunión de 3 días de Miembros de UICN, del 30 enero al 1 febrero en Castellón, ha congregado a más de 50 instituciones preocupadas por la conservación de la naturaleza en España, encabezada por Roberto Lozano Mazagatos, presidente del Comité español UICN y Fundación Oxígeno. Los directores regionales de UICN, Maher Mahjoub y Boris Erg, participaron en los debates, exploraron sinergias y oportunidades para el trabajo colaborativo y contribuciones significativas al próximo Congreso Mundial de la Naturaleza que tendrá lugar en Abu Dhabi en octubre. El Director de UICN Med se reunió con la alcaldesa de Castellón y le agradeció acoger el Foro Español de UICN y su interés en iniciativas de conservación. El Foro 2024 se centró en los esfuerzos de restauración a través de especies, y el debate en torno a la implementación del nuevo reglamento de #Restauración de la UE a nivel nacional. Los participantes del Foro han reafirmado la necesidad de trabajar con diferentes sectores sociales, económicos y ambientales para la mejora de la biodiversidad en España, un importante reservorio de la UE para la restauración de ecosistemas y la recuperación de especies. Estamos muy contentos de participar en este debate y de aprender de primera mano e intercambiar sobre el nivel de implementación del Programa de UICN a través de las exitosas iniciativas de conservación que están desarrollando los Miembros, la Secretaría y sus colaboradores. IUCN #Spain prepares for World Conservation Congress A fruitful three day gathering of IUCN Members from 30 January to 1 February in Castellon has brought together more than 50 institutions active in nature conservation in Spain led by Roberto Lozano Mazagatos, president of IUCN Spanish Committee. IUCN regional directors Maher Mahjoub and Boris Erg took part exploring synergies and opportunities for collaborative work and provide meaningful contributions to the coming IUCN World Conservation Congress to take place in Abu Dhabi next October. The IUCN Med Director met with the Mayor of Castellon and thanked her for hosting the IUCN Spanish Forum and for her interest in participating in conservation initiatives. The 2024 Forum focused on restoration efforts through species, with the debate around the implementation of the new EU Restoration regulation at national level. Participants reaffirmed the need to work with different social, economic and environmental sectors for the enhancement of biodiversity in Spain, a major EU reservoir working for ecosystems #restoration and species recovery. We are proud to take part in this significant debate, and the opportunity to learn and exchange on the level of implementation of the IUCN Programme through the successful conservation initiatives of IUCN Members, the IUCN Secretariat and collaborators. IUCN Spanish Committee💡 https://www.uicn.es/ IUCN Membership process 🔎 https://lnkd.in/d88KGQn8

🌍 Strengthening conservation efforts for the Iberian desman.🤝   🚨 The Iberian desman (Galemys pyrenaicus) is facing increasing threats due to habitat loss, water pollution, and climate change. To counteract these challenges, IUCN Med convened more than 50 experts from Andorra, Spain, France, and Portugal in Madrid for a three-day working session to develop a crucial transnational conservation plan for this rare and elusive freshwater species.   🔎 Experts collaborated to identify the most urgent conservation measures, enhance cross-border cooperation, and ensure the desman’s survival through improved habitat management and policy recommendations. Following this workshop, a transboundary committee will formalised to facilitate the coordination and monitoring of conservation activities across the species' range.   📖 Read more about the outcomes of this meeting: https://lnkd.in/dsatCvh8   #Biodiversity #Conservation #IberianDesman #ThreatenedSpecies 

📢 Opportunité de Stage avec l'UICN Centre de Coopération pour la Méditerranée 📢 📅 Date limite de candidature : 16 février 2025 🔗 https://lnkd.in/giiUTMhc L'UICN-Med recherche un(e) stagiaire motivé(e) pour soutenir le programme Mubadarat. Missions principales : 🔹 Soutien aux processus de clôture et d’évaluation des programmes PPI-OSCAN et Transcap 🔹 Appui à la communication et à la visibilité des projets 🔹 Suivi des rapports techniques et financiers des OSC 🔹 Organisation d’événements et d’ateliers 🔹 Rédaction de rapports pour les bailleurs de fonds Profil recherché : 🎓 Étudiant(e) en dernière année dans les domaines de la gestion de projets, des sciences environnementales ou des relations internationales. --- 📢 Internship Opportunity at the IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation 📢 📅 Application Deadline: February 16, 2025 🔗 https://lnkd.in/giiUTMhc IUCN-Med is seeking a motivated intern to support the Mubadarat programme: 🔹 Assist in the closure and evaluation processes of both the PPI-OSCAN and Transcap programmes 🔹 Contribute to communication and programme visibility 🔹 Review and monitor CSO technical and financial reports 🔹 Support the organisation of events and workshops 🔹 Assist in preparing donor reports Required Qualifications: 🎓 Currently enrolled in the final year of a degree programme related to project management, environmental sciences, or international relations. #InternshipOpportunity #Conservation #IUCNMed #PPIOSCAN #TransCap #applynow #Stage

⏰ Still on time to apply and become the expert to support #Nice Côte d’Azur Metropole to increase its #resilience as a pilot site #coastal destination toward climate change. New deadline 👉 9 February 2025 Full details ✍ https://lnkd.in/dzb_Ahqs #NaturebasedSolutions #NbS #MPAs #Mediterranean

💧✨ Happy World Wetlands Day! ✨💧 Wetlands are the lifeblood of the Mediterranean—providing clean water, protecting us from floods, and supporting incredible biodiversity. Yet, they remain among the most threatened ecosystems.  This World Wetlands Day, IUCN Med is engaged in protecting and restoring these vital landscapes.  🌍 What can you do? 🔹 Raise awareness about the importance of wetlands   🔹 Support conservation efforts in your region   🔹 Advocate for policies that protect these critical ecosystems  Together, we can make a difference. 💙  #WorldWetlandsDay #ProtectWetlands #WetlandConservation