#ExcitingNews: France has designated an Alpine peatland and a lowland river complex as its newest Wetlands of International Importance.
Details: www.ramsar.org/news/france-...
#WetlandsWednesday #WetlandsofInternationalImportance #France #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
Registration for the 67th meeting of the Standing Committee (SC67), to be held from 4 to 8 May 2026 at the Secretariat headquarters in Gland, Switzerland, is open via the following link:
➡️ contacts.ramsar.org/reg/ml/sc.
#SC67 #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture #WetlandsMatter
#ExcitingNews! India has added Siliserh lake and Kopra Jalashay to the List of Wetlands of International Importance, bringing its total number of #RamsarSites to 96.
Learn more: www.ramsar.org/news/india-n...
#India #WetlandConservation #WetlandsMatter #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
#ExcitingNews! Portugal has added Óbidos Lagoon to the List of Wetlands of International Importance, bringing to 32 its total number of #RamsarSites.
Read more: www.ramsar.org/news/obidos-...
#Portugal #WeNeedWetlands #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
On the margins of the #IUCNcongress, the Secretary General met with Iman Ebrahimi, a Voice for Wetlands, underscoring the importance of wetland conservation and advocating for their protection globally.
#SpeakForWetlands #WetlandsMatter #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
Down to the wire: On the last day of #RamsarCOP15, divergent views on the fifth Strategic Plan center on inclusion of reference to the Rio Declaration, common but differentiated responsibilities, and gender equality. Informal discussions will continue. #WetlandsMatter #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
Making its first appearance at #RamsarCOP15, the US objects to text on: climate change; diversity, equity, and inclusion; gender identity; 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals; and a budget with more than zero nominal growth, noting it will not block consensus. #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
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On selection criteria for a new @ramsar.org Secretary General, #RamsarCOP15 delegates remained divided on whether merit should be the primary criterion, with gender or regionality a secondary vs. equal consideration. #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture Photo: Ramsar Convention on Wetlands
Today, delegates attending #COP15Zimbabwe had the opportunity to visit Kasibo Wetland, gaining insights into the ecological diversity and local conservation efforts at this vital site.
#RamsarCOP15 #WetlandsCOP15 #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
“Fasten your seatbelts.” #RamsarCOP15 Alternate President Tadeous Chifamba urged greater momentum to ensure delegates could complete initial review of the original 28 draft resolutions by day's end. #WetlandsMatter #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
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Ukraine at #RamsarCOP15: “Wetlands must not be silent victims,” also noting the ongoing imprisonment of a Ukraine scientist whose contributions led to the listing of 10 Ramsar Sites of International Importance.
#WetlandsMatter
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Secretary General Musonda Mumba told delegates at #COP15Zimbabwe they have “made history,” growing from 22 contracting parties at the first COP to 172 in 2025. "You will shape the priorities of your Convention. You will be the voice of the wetlands.” #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
Regional meetings took place today at the #WetlandsCOP15, as Contracting Parties aligned priorities and prepared for the days ahead. The opening ceremony is scheduled for tomorrow, officially marking the start of #COP15Zimbabwe.
#RamsarCOP15 #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
🌍 Just 5 days to go until the world gathers for #COP15Zimbabwe!
An important moment to turn commitments into action for climate, nature and for people.
Let’s raise ambition, amplify voices and drive real change.
#RamsarCOP15 #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
Since 1970, a total of 411.5 million hectares of natural wetlands have been lost globally.
Coming soon: #GlobalWetlandOutlook2025, register for the launch!
us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
#GWO2025 #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
The #RamsarCOP15 comes at a pivotal moment: the world is finally waking up to the importance of healthy wetlands for people, nature and climate.
Coenraad Krijger, CEO of Wetlands International.
#COP15Zimbabwe #WetlandsCOP15 #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
🌍 From 23–31 July, 172 governments will meet at #RamsarCOP15 in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, to protect wetlands. A chance to turn promises into policies and ambitions into action.
💚Wetlands are not just victims of climate change, they’re key to solving it.
#WetlandsForOurCommonFuture #WetlandsMatter
Wetlands in Africa are where life gathers, birds and other forms of life, as well millions of people who depend on them as sources of livelihoods. Sustainably managing wetlands therefore means taking care of a shared future.
#WetlandsForOurCommonFuture #RamsarCOP15 #COP15Zimbabwe #WetlandsCOP15
🌍 Held under the theme “Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future,” the #WetlandsCOP15 will bring the world together to champion the vital role of wetlands in sustaining biodiversity, ecological health and climate resilience.
#RamsarCOP15 #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
💧 Fresh water is vital for health, food, energy and sustainable development.
But water ecosystems, key to human life for centuries are under threat.
It's time to protect what sustains us!
#WaterIsLife #WetlandsMatter #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
Youth + Action for Wetland Conservation = Greater Promise for Tomorrow
Young people around the globe are working hard to safeguard the future through conservation efforts on behalf of the world’s wetlands.
#ActForWetlands #WetlandsMatter #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
Happy #WorldWetlandsDay
#Birds #Conservation #WWD2025
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🌍 Today is #WorldWetlandsDay – a reminder of the vital role wetlands play in sustaining biodiversity and connecting ecosystems!
#WetlandsForOurCommonFuture #Biodiversity #Conservation
#Wetlands #Atacama #Conservation #Biodiversity #Environment #Sustainability #Science #Nature #WorldWetlandsDay #WWD2025
#WetlandsForOurCommonFuture #COP15Wetlands #earthscience #geologiaurjc #dynamicalurjc #eidurjc
A photo of a coastal wetlands superimposed with images of some of the birds, mammals, reptiles and insects that wetlands support.
Happy World Wetlands Day! 🥳
💚Wetlands play an essential role in carbon capture and preventing biodiversity loss so protecting wetlands is vital for our common future. 🧵
#WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
#WWD2025
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SHOAL works to protect and nurture these vital and vulnerable ecosystems for our common future.
Find out more about #WWD2025: www.worldwetlandsday.org
Donate to support our work: shoalconservation.org/donate/
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That's why we'd love to welcome new members to our Young People's Forum. Please spread the word that applications are still open. www.wildlifebcn.org/get-involved... #actforwetlands #wetlandsforourcommonfuture #wwd2025
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#rightsofwetlands #rightsofnature #Indigenousknowledge
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