UN Biodiversity

The Convention on Biological Diversity, in collaboration with the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD), Asia Indigenous Peoples Pact (AIPP) and Nepal Federation of indigenous Nationalities (NEFIN), will organize a regional capacity-building workshop on the programme of work of Article 8(j) and other provisions of the CBD. The workshop will take place in Kathmandu, Nepal from 18 to 20 November 2026. The workshop aims to support the implementation of the programme of work on Article 8(j) by facilitating the exchange of experiences and strengthening capacities among representatives from Asia. Parties and organizations are invited to nominate one representative with relevant experience to participate in the workshop. The deadline for submitting nominations is 10 July 2026. More details can be found at 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eN5MPXYX #UNBiodiversity #ForNature

The fifth meeting of the Sustainable Ocean Initiative (SOI) Global Dialogue with Regional Seas Organizations (RSOs) and Regional Fishery Bodies (RFBs) opened today in Seoul, Republic of Korea! From 30 June to 3 July, representatives of regional and global intergovernmental organizations (IGOs), governments, and NGOs will come together to discuss how to strengthen cooperation across environment, biodiversity and fisheries sectors across national, regional and global levels, including in support of global ocean commitments. Key topics include: 🌊 Status, progress and priorities for cross-sectoral cooperation across regional and global scales 🌊 Strengthening implementation and monitoring of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, including through enhanced cross-sectoral cooperation across IGOs 🌊 Cooperation and coordination in support of the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity of areas beyond national jurisdiction, including in the context of the BBNJ Agreement This year, the SOI Global Dialogue marks its 10-year anniversary. Since its launch in 2016, it has evolved into a unique platform connecting regional and global organizations, helping bridge the conservation and fisheries communities, fostering collaboration, and supporting the implementation of global biodiversity, fisheries, and sustainable development commitments. In this context, participants will also discuss the potential future strategic directions of the SOI Global Dialogue and its role in supporting cooperation among global and regional IGOs and processes going forward. For more information, please refer to the SOI website 🔗 https://www.cbd.int/soi/ UN Environment Programme FAO

We are less than 17 weeks away to the 2026 global UN Biodiversity conference - #COP17Armenia! In case you missed it, we’ve launched a newsletter this week that’s going to help you keep on top of all things COP! Check it out and subscribe at the link below.

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One week left to contribute to the peer review of the draft global report on collective progress in the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF). As a key input to the first major global stocktake under the #KMGBF, the report helps answer a critical question: are we doing enough to halt and reverse biodiversity loss? Parties, indigenous peoples, local communities, organisations, and other stakeholders are encouraged to contribute to strengthen the report before peer review closes on 29 June. Click here for more information and to provide inputs 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eDNc2kqU

The second SBSTTA-28 information webinar, to be held on 25 June 2026, will focus on selected agenda items. The session will cover updates on synthetic biology, sustainable wildlife management, protected areas, and marine biodiversity, including Ecologically or Biologically Significant Marine Areas (EBSAs) and relevant work on biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction. The webinar will present recent developments and ongoing work under these items, including technical guidance and processes supporting implementation of the KMGBF. 📅 Date: 25 June 2026 ⏰ Session 1: 9:00 (Montreal EDT) ⏰ Session 2: 16:00 (Montreal EDT) 💻 Registration Session 1: https://lnkd.in/eUJzbhmM 💻 Registration Session 2:https://lnkd.in/eCBMGahg Learn more from the notification 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eDzT66-V #UNBiodiversity #KMGBF #SBSTTA28 #InformationWebinars #ForNature

Progress on biosafety depends on cooperation, expertise and continued support for countries. From 16–18 June 2026, the Liaison Group for the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety held its fifteenth meeting at UN Biodiversity offices in Montreal. The Group provides expert advice to support the coordination and effective implementation of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety. At this meeting, experts contributed to the fifth assessment and review of the Protocol’s effectiveness, as well as the mid-term evaluation of its implementation plan and capacity-building action plan. Their input, together with the contribution of the Compliance Committee, will help inform discussions at the seventh meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Implementation in August 2026. The Group noted positive trends and progress in the implementation of the Protocol, while also recognizing that continued support and capacity-building efforts are still needed to help Parties move forward. #Biosafety #UNBiodiversity #ForNature

The call for proposals for the Poli-LAC Connection Grant Fund is now open. This Fund will support collaborative initiatives across Latin America and the Caribbean focused on the conservation, protection and sustainable use of pollinating insects. The first phase of the call invites the submission of project ideas from 1 to 30 June 2026. The Fund will support innovative initiatives that strengthen pollinator conservation efforts across the region. Grants range from USD 30,000 to USD 115,000 per project, and proposals must involve at least two countries within Latin America and the Caribbean. Organizations working on biodiversity conservation and sustainable development are encouraged to apply. 🔗 Read the guidelines and apply here: https://lnkd.in/g-Qx_3Vv #Pollinators #PollinatorConservation #BiodiversityConservation #UNBiodiversity #ForNature

El Convenio sobre la Diversidad Biológica, en colaboración con el Instituto Nacional de los Pueblos Indígenas de México (INPI), la Red de Mujeres Indígenas sobre la Biodiversidad de América Latina y el Caribe (RMIB) y Fondo para el Desarrollo de los Pueblos Indígenas de América Latina y el Caribe (FILAC) organizará un taller regional de creación de capacidades sobre el programa de trabajo del Artículo 8 j) y otras disposiciones del CDB, el cual se celebrará en Ciudad de México del 1 al 3 de septiembre de 2026. El taller tiene como objetivo apoyar la implementación del programa de trabajo sobre el Artículo 8 j), facilitando el intercambio de experiencias y fortaleciendo capacidades entre países hispanohablantes de América Latina y el Caribe. Se invita a las Partes y organizaciones a nominar un/a representante con experiencia relevante para su participación en el taller. La fecha límite para la presentación de nominaciones es el 19 de junio de 2026 Más detalles y requisitos: https://lnkd.in/ehdead2M #KMGBF #Biodiversidad #TallerRegional #PueblosIndígenas

As part of the preparations for the upcoming meetings of the Subsidiary Body on Scientific, Technical and Technological Advice (SBSTTA-28) from 27 - 31 July 2026 and the Subsidiary Body on Implementation (SBI-7) from 4 - 12 August in Nairobi, a series of information webinars will be held to provide updates on key issues and agenda items. The first webinar, taking place today on 18 June, will focus on the peer review process for the draft global report on collective progress in the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. The session will present the process for developing the draft global report and provide an opportunity to address questions during the peer review period taking place from 2 to 29 June 2026. Click here to register for today’s webinar at 4 p.m. EDT and consult the full notification for more details: https://lnkd.in/eDzT66-V #Biodiversity #KMGBF #SBSTTA28 #SBI7 #InformationWebinars