The Moroccan Committee of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) strengthens its commitment to biodiversity preservation and sustainable development through a series of regional workshops organized throughout the Kingdom. This project, carried out in partnership with various local and national stakeholders, aims to raise awareness, mobilize, and coordinate efforts for sustainable management of natural resources.
The first workshop was held in Tetouan on December 11, 2024, targeting the Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima and Oriental regions. Under the theme “Biodiversity and Protected Areas: A Key to Sustainable Development,” this event brought together more than 30 participants, including local associations, researchers, and representatives from public institutions. It addressed crucial topics such as water challenges exacerbated by successive droughts, the preservation of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, and the sustainable management of natural resources.
Towards a National Mobilization for Biodiversity
The project “Support for the Moroccan National Committee of the IUCN” is based on three main strategic axes:
1. **Present the IUCN and its Moroccan Committee**, highlighting their role in biodiversity preservation.
2. **Align local actions with global priorities** defined by the IUCN and the national conservation strategy.
3. **Mobilize local members and stakeholders** to address regional environmental challenges.
A second workshop was held in Agadir on December 13, 2024, covering the Souss-Massa and Guelmim-Oued Noun regions. These meetings will extend to all 12 regions of Morocco, in an inclusive and participatory approach.
Concrete Objectives for Sustainable Action
These workshops also aim to develop a national strategy aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and to create concrete tools such as a red list of threatened species in Morocco. Additionally, recommendations aim to strengthen participatory and equitable management of natural resources while educating future generations about the importance of biodiversity.
The Moroccan Committee of the IUCN, established in 2000, currently includes 11 NGOs and a governmental focal point represented by the National Agency for Water and Forests (ANEF). This project aspires to expand the Committee’s composition by integrating more experts and institutions.
By strengthening collaboration among local, regional, and international stakeholders, Morocco affirms its ambition to consolidate its role in biodiversity preservation and promote sustainable and inclusive management of its natural resources.
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