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International Union for Conservation of Nature

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IUCN | International Union For Conservation of Nature | What is IUCN?

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The International Union for Conservation of Nature is an international organization working in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. It is involved in data gathering and analysis, research, field projects, advocacy, and education. IUCN's mission is to "influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable".
    • Establishment 

    • Early years: 1948–1956 

    • Increased profile and recognition: 1956–1965 

    • Consolidating its position in the international environmental movement: 1966–1975 

    • The World Conservation Strategy 1975–1985 

    • Championing Nature-based Solutions: 2009 to present day 

    • Timeline 

    • IUCN Programme 2017–2020 

    • Habitats and species 

    • National and international policy 

    • Commissions 

    • Secretariat 

    • Governance 

    • Influence 

    • Criticism 

    • Publications