Call for proposals is open to attend the 1st African Parks Congress (APAC) 

APAC is the first ever continent-wide gathering of African leaders, citizens, and interest groups to discuss the role of protected areas in conserving nature, safeguarding Africa’s iconic wildlife, delivering vital life-supporting ecosystem services, promoting sustainable development and conserving Africa’s cultural heritage and traditions.

The main objectives of the congress are to:

1. Promote the role of protected areas in conserving nature, supporting sustainable development and human well-being and make commitments to secure a sustainable future for Africa’s natural heritage.
2. Share experiences and best practices for harmonizing conservation and human development needs and develop strategic mechanisms and partnerships for ensuring long term sustainability
3. Set a common agenda and a shared vision for Africa’s protected areas and ensure they are included in the “African Union’s Agenda 2063 Strategic Framework for the Socio-economic Transformation of the Continent” and fully recognized for their contribution in achieving the AU’s vision of “an integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens and representing a dynamic force in international arena
4. Develop priorities and strategies on issues of common interest and provide a strong African voice and consolidated input into the development of the Post-2020 Global Framework for Biodiversity

This inaugural congress will establish APAC as Africa’s pre-eminent platform for thought leadership and engagement of various actors on issues related to protected areas, people and biodiversity.

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