COP16 FOR CORAL

[SP] Towards effective ocean conservation in the 30 x 30 framework
2024-10-22 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Bogota)
As part of Goal 3 of the Global Biodiversity Framework, adopted at COP15 in Kunming-Montreal, which primarily aims to “ensure and enable that by 2030, at least 30 percent of terrestrial, inland water, and coastal and marine areas are conserved,” this event will be framed within a discussion panel featuring national and international organizations, including the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development, INVEMAR, National Natural Parks of Colombia, and UNESCO. The panel will highlight the role of oceanic science and its relation to the various actions needed to achieve the 2030 goals, as well as the actions proposed under several initiatives. Furthermore, it’s important to recognize that it’s not just about Marine Protected Areas; other protection categories must be considered to ensure proper management through ecologically representative, well-connected, and equitably governed systems.
Lead Organisation: Dirección de Asuntos Marinos, Costeros y Recursos Acuáticos, Ministerio de Ambiente y Desarrollo Sostenible de Colombia

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Reviving Reefs: Coral Reef Conservation in Latin America
2024-10-21 15:00 - 16:30
The event will be a hands-on workshop aimed at addressing the shortcomings of coral reef conservation in Latin America. It will focus on both practical skills and innovative solutions to the challenges faced in preserving these critical ecosystems. The insights gathered will be used in the development of a new strategy for coral reef conservation in the region, which will include advocacy and strategic litigation as main tools.
Lead Organisation: Interamerican Association for Environmental Defense – AIDA
Co-organisation(s): Mesoamerican Reef Fund

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Empowering Youth for Global Biodiversity: Ocean Leaders Driving Change
2024-10-21 13:00 - 14:30
This side event will spotlight youth-led projects from around the world that are actively contributing to the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and promoting marine conservation. We will explore how young ocean leaders are overcoming challenges—such as limited funding and trust from stakeholders—to protect marine ecosystems and drive impactful change.
The event aims to celebrate the successes of these initiatives, highlighting opportunities for young people to engage in marine biodiversity efforts and influence policy processes. We will delve into how youth can access essential funding, the transformative role of trust-based philanthropy, and the innovative actions happening in the field.
By showcasing these stories, we hope to inspire more young leaders to join the movement for a sustainable and biodiverse future.
Lead Organisation: Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA)
Co-organisation(s): Sustainable Ocean Alliance Costa Rica, Sustainable Ocean Alliance México, Sustainable Ocean Alliance Perú

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[Invite Only] Global Ocean Alliance members meeting
2024-10-21 07:30 - 10:00
* This event is closed and by invitation only *
