IUCN launches GSAP SKILLS-the Global Species Action Plan Online Knowledge Platform

The GSAP SKILLS Platform, introduced at the 4th meeting of the Subsidiary Body on Implementation of the Convention on Biological Diversity, serves as an online resource for species conservation.

About the GSAP SKILLS Platform:

1. Global Species Action Plan and Species Conservation Knowledge:

   1. The GSAP SKILLS Platform brings the Global Species Action Plan (GSAP) content online, enabling real-time updates of technical tools and resources.
   2. It aims to facilitate global collaboration and partnerships, connecting decision-makers, practitioners, and experts in species conservation at all levels.

2. Real-Time Updates:

   1. The platform provides real-time updates on technical tools and resources, ensuring accessibility and relevance.
   2. Each Global Biodiversity Framework target includes a brief summary, rationale, and relevant resources, facilitating the scaling-up of implementation efforts.

3. Proactive Management:

   1. IUCN proactively manages the platform to meet the needs of governments and stakeholders in taking action for species conservation.

4. Support and Funding:

   1. The development of the GSAP SKILLS Platform has been primarily supported by the Ministry of Environment, Republic of Korea, with additional resources from the Tech4Nature Initiative launched by IUCN and Huawei in 2020.

Global Species Action Plan:

1. Addressing Biodiversity Loss:

   1. The Global Species Action Plan has been developed to support the implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) and address the increasing biodiversity loss worldwide.
   2. It outlines strategic interventions and actions to conserve and sustainably manage species while ensuring equitable benefits.

Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD):

• The CBD, with 196 contracting parties, is the most comprehensive binding international agreement in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.

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