View of the side-event titled “From Commitments to Connectivity: Advancing and Implementing the South Atlantic Whale Action Plan” (23 March 2026)
The #CMSCOP15 side-event dedicated to the South Atlantic Whale Action Plan saw calls for greater #MEA coordination to deliver ecological connectivity, including through the implementation of #Target3 of the #KMGBF.
Let's accelerate our efforts for 🐋, for nature and for people.
This week @unbiodiversity.bsky.social is at #CMSCOP15 advocating for multilateral cooperation and #MEA coordination that ensure ecological connectivity in the conservation of migratory species across landscapes and seascapes, including in the implementation of #Target3 #30x30Plus of the #KMGBF.
Australia makes waves for #Target3
167 new protected & conserved areas were added to the #WDPCA, including 11 Indigenous Protected Areas & Australia’s first #OECM.
A massive 400% expansion of the Heard & McDonald Islands makes it one of the largest #MPAs on Earth
www.unep-wcmc.org/en/news/aust...
Photo with officers working on conservation in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is rapidly expanding its protected areas in pursuit of #Target3 of the #KMGBF: cbd.int/gbf/targets/3
On the sidelines of #CITESCoP20 I met a group of officers who are at the forefront of national conservation, working to ensure that "30x30" delivers protection #ForNature.
Thank you.
3/7 A key part of this framework is #Target3 (the #30x30 goal), which aims to conserve 30% of the planet by 2030.
The #IUCNcongress WCPA Awards ceremony recognized the inspiring achievements of conservation leaders who contribute to the implementation of the 🌍 Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF, including the iconic #Target3.
It was a pleasure to take part in celebrating the Awardees: iucn.org/news/202510/...
This gathering brought together Indigenous leaders, experts, policymakers, and advocates to foster stronger collaboration — aligning science, conservation, finance, law, policy, and frontline action to achieve #Target3.
Collaboration is key to the sustainability of protected & conserved areas in line with #Target3 of the #KMGBF.
Our webinar supported by the Japan Biodiversity Fund offers insights on guidance from #IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas, and sustainable financial models: 🔗 zoom.us/webinar/regi...
🌍 On #WorldRangerDay2025 we celebrate rangers powering transformative conservation!
They’re key to #Target3: protecting 30% of the planet by 2030 🌿
From traditional wisdom to tech, rangers are a cornerstone in nature protection.
#WildlifeRangers #WorldRangerDay
#Target3 of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF is about conserving 30% of the planet’s land, waters and sea, especially areas of particular importance for biodiversity and ecosystem functions and services.
Learn more: www.cbd.int/gbf/targets/3
This week in Bangkok, we are working with representatives from 11 countries & partners in a workshop dedicated to #Target3 of the Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF, strengthening protected & conserved areas across East and Southeast Asia.
#Target3: www.cbd.int/gbf/targets/3
3/3 As we continue our engagement during the remainder of #UNOC3, we reaffirm our commitment to working together — across governments, stakeholders, and sectors — to close the ocean protection gap and deliver on the promise towards reaching #Target3.
#SaveOurOcean #30x30 #Fortheocean
Following the closing of the Mediterranean Regional Workshop on #Target3 on June 5th we extend our sincere thanks to all colleagues and partners who joined us in advancing concrete pathways toward achieving the 30x30 global biodiversity goals.
Yesterday marked the start of the Mediterranean Regional Workshop on Target 3, held in Montpellier, France, from 2 -5 June 2025. This workshop brings together Mediterranean countries and partners to exchange on progress, challenges, and tools to effectively implement #Target3.
🌍 How can #Conservation respect #HumanRights?
#Target3 of the #KMGBF calls for protecting 30% of Earth by 2030—with equity & indigenous rights at the core.
Read the guide ➡️ forestpeoples.org/publications...
@forestpeoplesp.bsky.social
The global stocktake on the state of the world's #ProtectedAreas and #ConservedAreas as of March 2025 shows a positive trend.
But when measuring the quality elements of #Target3 of the #KMGBF, how effective are these areas?
Our latest blog explores more:
We've had the honor of cohosting the #Target3 Regional Africa workshop in Nairobi with the CBD
@awf-official.bsky.social , NatureXpairs and @ofbiodiversite.bsky.social. The workshop commenced on Feb. 17th, focusing on defining #30x30 addressing conservation challenges, and building partnerships.
The #ProtectedPlanet Report 2024 is the first report that fully assesses the global status of protected & conserved areas in the context of #Target3 of the #GBF.
Find all the key findings & recommendations from the report 📑➡️ : https://buff.ly/3Ak8rBr
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This included implementing principles and best practices to manage and update geospatial data on #ProtectedAreas and integrating other elements of #Target3, such as other effective area-based conservation measures ( #OECMs ) and management effectiveness.
This included implementing principles and best practices to manage and update geospatial data on #ProtectedAreas and integrating other elements of #Target3, such as other effective area-based conservation measures ( #OECMs ) and management effectiveness.
