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MESSAGE FROM THE MEMBERSHIP UNIT
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Regional Conservation Fora
The Regional Conservation Fora, taking place between May-October 2011, will provide Members, Commissions and the Secretariat with an opportunity to meet and prepare for the next World Conservation Congress (Jeju, Republic of Korea, 6-15 September 2012).
The agendas of the Regional Fora will include consultation on the IUCN Programme 2013-2016 and on the changes proposed to the governance of the Union from the IUCN Council, as well as training sessions on all aspects of the Congress (motions process, accreditation, voting, etc.) to ensure Members are well prepared to exercise their rights and to get the most out of the experience.
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IUCN welcomes Rwanda as new State Member The Government of Rwanda has officially announced its decision to join IUCN by endorsing the IUCN Statutes. IUCN has a long history of fruitful collaboration with the Government of Rwanda on conservation issues. Most recently, they have been working on the Rwanda Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative, a landmark project aiming to restore the country’s degraded natural ecosystems by 2035. The recovery of these ecosystems will provide numerous services and employment opportunities to improve livelihoods in the country.
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Natural born heroes Our April Focus on the IUCN website highlights the compelling stories of some of conservation's unsung heroes in their efforts to save the natural world. From our rivers, deserts, forests and coastlines to the international corridors of power, IUCN works with thousands of people who are battling with quiet determination to protect biodiversity and to give nature a voice. > Read more
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Call open for Ramsar Wetland Awards Ramsar is launching a call for nominations for the Ramsar Wetland Awards, which will be presented at the next Ramsar COP in Romania, June 2012. > More information
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Members' Portal This is an exclusive platform for Members to share knowledge, engage with other IUCN Members and learn about new opportunities. Visit the Members' Portal to view recent information from the IUCN Council and Secretariat and to access interesting opportunities: jobs, funding and awards. > Members' Portal
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