IUCN WORLD CONSERVATION CONGRESS
This October, the IUCN World Conservation Congress comes to Abu Dhabi – a landmark global gathering for nature and a milestone moment for our region.
At IUCN, Emirates Nature–WWF will actively contribute to shaping conversations and advancing solutions that matter for the region and beyond. We will:
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Engage in high-level dialogue – Bringing the UAE’s perspective to discussions on biodiversity, conservation, and climate resilience, and connecting regional experience to global action.
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Elevate youth voices – Highlighting how young people are driving environmental change, with insights from our Leaders of Change community.
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Host community tours – Bringing conservation to life and demonstrating impact in action on the ground.
It’s not just about international policy; it’s about the UAE showing how communities, businesses, youth, and government can work together to shape a sustainable future. We invite you to be part of this important moment.
HIGH-LEVEL DISCUSSIONS
Friday Oct 10th 2025 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
NATURE WITHOUT BORDERS – BRIDGING THE UAE AND ASIA-PACIFIC FOR CLIMATE & DISASTER RESILIENCE
This event explores the intersection of climate, nature, and resilience, highlighting Asia’s role in driving global action through collaboration, finance, and partnerships. It will also introduce the Building Climate Resilient Communities Programme (BCRC), an IFRC–WWF initiative advancing community-led, nature-based resilience in Asia-Pacific.
Key Speakers:
Manuel Pulgar-Vidal, Caroline Holt, Sabrin Rahman, Laila Mostafa Abdullatif and Dhun Davar
RSVP NOW Monday Oct 13th 2025 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
UAE RURAL COMMUNITIES AND NATURE POSITIVE SOLUTIONS
This session highlights UAE initiatives that empower rural communities through sustainable farming, eco-tourism, and co-designed models with governments, businesses, NGOs, and local enterprises—driving conservation, cultural heritage, food security, and rural economies.
Key Speakers: H.E. Mohamed Khalifa Bakhit Al Kaabi, Laila Mostafa Abdullatif, H.E. Aseela Abdulla Moalla, H.E. Dr Abdulrahman Al Shayeb Al Naqbi
RSVP NOW Please Note: An IUCN Congress ticket is required to enter the venue. If you haven't already, secure your ticket here
YOUTH ENGAGEMENT EVENTS
Friday Oct 10th 2025 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
MANGROVE MAYHEM: CRACK THE CASE!
Join this interactive conservation mystery at the IUCN Congress. A kayaker’s SOS sets you on a mission to uncover clues, solve the case, and rescue them—while learning about mangrove conservation and how to get involved. Open to ages 18–35. This activation is open to participants between the ages of 18 to 35.
RSVP NOWPlease Note: An IUCN Congress ticket is required to enter the venue. If you haven't already, secure your ticket here
COMMUNITY TOURS
Friday Oct 17th 2025 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
MUDDY MANGROVE MONITORING
Join our field team to collect vital data on mangrove health and coastal resilience while learning hands-on conservation skills.
BOOK NOWSaturday Oct 18th 2025 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
KAYAK 4 CONSERVATION
Paddle through UAE’s waterways while supporting mangrove restoration and learning about marine ecosystems from our experts.
BOOK NOWSunday Oct 19th 2025 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM
