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7 - 15 JANUARY 2021

ONE NATURE, ONE FUTURE
Forests – essential to life on Earth
 

The Earth’s forests, including rainforests, are home to more than 80% of the world’s terrestrial plant, animal, and insect species, making forest ecosystems key for biodiversity. They provide communities around the world with food, shelter, clean air, medicine, and livelihoods, and they play an important role in mitigating climate change by capturing and sequestering carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. 

This vital part of our landscape is under threat from deforestation, climate change, and other natural and human factors. At the same time, 500 million hectares of degraded lands worldwide show potential for forest landscape restoration. 

The IUCN World Conservation Congress in Marseille will discuss key topics including forests, with over 400 sessions related to forest conservation, logging, and restoration.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
 
President Macron – One Planet Summit to take place during Congress

President Macron has announced that the One Planet Summit will take place on 11 January, 2021 in Marseille, at the IUCN World Conservation Congress. The summit is Macron’s initiative to fight climate change and protect global ecosystems. Read more.
 
Addressing deforestation with cocoa production in Ghana

Interview with Roselyn Fosuah Adjei – Director for Climate Change and National REDD+ Coordinator, Forestry Commission of Ghana

Ghana is the world’s second largest producer of cocoa beans, and it is responding to deforestation. REDD+ helps local communities balance cocoa production with climate-smart techniques to protect and preserve forests. Read more.
Changing business models to conserve forests

By Guillaume Réveilhac – Chair, Alliance for the Preservation of Forests

Companies are responsible for deforestation from agricultural production of raw materials. The private sector must make bold commitments to protect forests and restore degraded soils as part of a shift to sustainable agriculture. Read more.
 
Opportunity
Call for social / cultural events closes 30 June

The Call for social / cultural events and private meetings at Congress will close on 30 June 2020, at 13:00 GMT. Propose your ideas for receptions, art displays and other events. Read more
 
Special Events at Congress
IUCN CEO Summit

The IUCN CEO Summit provides a unique opportunity for business leaders to engage in a dynamic dialogue with IUCN constituencies on how to accelerate private sector commitments to nature and call on governments to do the same.  Read more.
IUCN Global Youth Summit

The ‘One Nature, One Future’ Global Youth Summit will be held from 12-14 January 2021 during Congress. This is a unique opportunity for young leaders to participate and contribute to the conservation movement. Read more.
 
Plan your time at Congress

The draft Forum programme is available to view online. Find the sessions you most want to attend here.
Share your work – the small stand booking system is open

Build connections with an influential global audience by hosting an exhibition booth. Book today with easy online booking.
Find the latest updates and answers to frequently asked questions

How will IUCN and France ensure a safe event? Will there be changes to the Forum? These answers and more are available in the Changes to the Congress Q&A.
 

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PHOTO CREDITS
 

- Banner – Pixabay
- President Emmanuel Macron - UN PHOTO
- Addressing deforestation with cocoa production in Ghana – Forestry Commission of Ghana
- Changing business models to conserve forests – Pixabay
- Call for social / cultural events – IISD-ENB
- I am an exhibitor - IISD-ENB
- Register today - IUCN
- Become a Partner or Sponsor - Getty images

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