IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature

The Co-Chairs of the seven Themes of CEESP together with the Financial Officer comprise the Commission’s Executive Committee.

Regional Vice-Chairs are another level in the Governance of CEESP. They comprise the Steering Committee (together with the Theme Co-Chairs and Financial Officer).

To date, four Regional Vice-Chairs have been appointed: Consultations for the appointment of five Regional VC positions are still being conducted. (Asia, Central America, East & South Africa, North Africa/Middle East/West Asia and West & Central Africa).