Nature Crime Alliance

Governments and organisations from across #Africa are coming together to tackle the global challenge of #naturecrime We're grateful to @DialogueEarth_ for highlighting this key #environmental issue, and the momentum we're building to fight these crimes dialogue.earth/en/nature/afri…

At #COP29, the energy transition & critical mineral demands take center stage. The @UN SG’s Panel on Critical Minerals launched guidance for responsible supply chains. Our Framework tackles risks tied to illegal mining, the environment & human rights. ➡️ bit.ly/3zwOXt6

Join GFW and @WRIafrica to hear perspectives from Indigenous & local communities on how community-led forest management can strengthen forest conservation, protect land rights & contribute to livelihoods in the Congo Basin. 📅Nov 7 🗣Français & English ➡ gfw.global/3YmKZeO

#NatureCrime is one of the most pressing transnational organized crimes of our time - frustrating governments’ efforts to address the planetary crises of #climatechange, #biodiversityloss, and global health threats 🇺🇳🌳 @TheWCS #UNTOC #CrimeCOP12

FYI: As #CrimeCOP12 meets, CSOs are being invited to sign a declaration to strengthen civil society's role in #UNTOC 'The threat of organized crime is more challenging than ever. We cannot afford to work in silos, or to ignore the input of different sectors and constituencies'

📢 Reminder: Our side-event at #CrimeCOP12 is TOMORROW! 🌍️ 🗓️ Date: 17 October ⏰ Time: 1:00 – 1:50 PM 📍 Location: Vienna International Centre, Room CR7 Join us to explore the vital role of civil society in tackling environmental crimes. We’re excited to see you there!…

The state of criminalisation for environmental offences "is perhaps more extensive" than some narratives suggest, according to @DrTWyatt, @UNODC In our recent webinar, Dr Wyatt shared insights from UNODC's Landscape of Criminalization report Watch here: naturecrimealliance.org/watch-meet-the…

If you're going to #COP16 and would like to learn more about how the #CBD works, join our #webinar tomorrow, Wed 9 October! Dr Sue Lieberman @TheWCS and Dr Chip Barber @WorldResources will share insights on how to make the most of the Cali #COP Register: wri.org/events/2024/10…

Join our side-event at #CrimeCOP12 in #Vienna next week! 🗓 Date: 17 October ⏰ Time: 1:00 – 1:50 PM 📍 Location: Vienna International Centre This event will explore the critical role of civil society organisations in combatting crimes that affect the environment by providing…

Working at the intersection of science and law, @WorldForestID creates the data and tools needed to support policy initiatives, such as those focused on illicit trade The NGO's ED, @jadersaunders, will tell us more during our webinar on 3 Oct Register: wri.org/events/2024/10…

To what extent does the #environmental legislation of @UN member states criminalise actions that harm the environment? We'll explore this question with @DrTWyatt, co-author of @UNODC's superb 'Landscape of Criminalization' report, this Thursday Register: naturecrimealliance.org/webinar-meet-t…

The next ‘Meet the Nature Crime Alliance’ webinar convenes on Thursday 3 October, covering issues across #wildlifecrime, transparency in the #forest sector, and the global landscape of criminalisation for #environmental offences Register now: wri.org/events/2024/10…

🚨Happening today: The Wildlife Justice Commission is holding a silent auction which is now LIVE and closes tonight at 8:00 PM ET! Bid on stunning artwork donated by celebrated artists like Kate Brooks, Marie-Claire Greve, Angela Manno, Mital Patel, & Harriet Stoop- de…

We're pleased to welcome Lilongwe Wildlife Trust as our latest member @malawiwildlife plays a vital role in disrupting illegal wildlife and forest trade in #Malawi, and will be supported in building new partnerships with our members to tackle #naturecrime naturecrimealliance.org/lilongwe-wildl…

Lynn Schlingemann, Senior Associate, Financial Crime and Corruption, Nature Crime Alliance Secretariat, briefed government officials on financial crime linked to illegal mining during recent #UNCAC meetings in Vienna Read more: naturecrimealliance.org/alliance-secre…

The Nature Crime Alliance Secretariat supported @IUCN's recent US Regional Conservation Forum, facilitating two sessions on #naturecrime The workshops explored ways for #IUCN to approach this challenge ahead of its World Conservation Congress in 2025 naturecrimealliance.org/alliance-secre…

The Nature Crime Alliance Secretariat supported IUCN’s recent US Regional Conservation Forum, facilitating two sessions on #naturecrime The workshops explored ways for #IUCN to approach this challenge ahead of its World Conservation Congress in 2025 naturecrimealliance.org/alliance-secre…

Since the inception of the Nature Crime Alliance, we've been partnering with @IPRightsIntl to create a new working group for #IndigenousPeoples and Frontline Defenders The group is bolstering Indigenous Peoples’ crucial role in protecting the environment naturecrimealliance.org/working-group/…

🌱"If I had to sum up what is most urgent and important, it would be 'stop harming'." As COP16 in Colombia nears, renowned Argentine biologist Sandra Díaz (@sdiazecology) tells @ferminkoop of the need for transformative change to tackle biodiversity loss: loom.ly/YO2AJ24

#Nigeria’s #elephant population declines 70%, raising concerns over impact of #poaching and #habitat destruction loom.ly/GlSy9yk #illegalwildlifetrade #Africa

Happy #WorldElephantDay! The OES team works with partners and communities around the world to conserve nature and #EndWildlifeTrafficking. The good news is that elephant populations now appear stable or increasing in some countries in southern Africa! 🐘🔗shorturl.at/L7csh