About the Series

Whether you’re part of the WILDLABS community, part of the Move BON Initiative, or simply eager to deepen your understanding, this series is your chance to explore and ask questions at the intersection of conservation data, technology, and policy. Navigating global policy as a scientist or innovator can feel daunting, but understanding these frameworks is essential for translating the science and data we generate into actionable insights for decision-making. Through open discussions where there are *no dumb questions* and bringing in experts who can help filter key information from the noise, we aim to make these concepts more useful and accessible to our community.

Event 1: Key Policy Frameworks

Date & Time: Wednesday, January 22, 2025 11:00am-12:00pm ET

About the Session:

Are you curious about how global conservation policy really works? Join us for an engaging introduction to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), including the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF), and the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS). Our expert speakers will break down the key components of these frameworks, explain their relevance to conservation, and help you understand how to navigate the world of policy acronyms. Whether you are new to the space or looking to deepen your understanding, this session will clarify what matters for our community and how you can engage meaningfully.



Agenda:

• Welcome and introductions (@TaliaSpeaker and @lhughey)
• Jillian Campbell, Head of Monitoring, Review and Reporting, Convention on Biological Diversity
• Dagmar Zikova, Scientific Adviser, Convention on Migratory Species
• Open discussion and community exchange
• Take-aways and closing

Join us as we delve into these timely discussions, using animal movement as a unifying lens to ground our conversations and uncover new opportunities to integrate science with policy.

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