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05/22/2026
Read the 2026 message by Her Excellency Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate Change and Environment of the United Arab Emirates.
This year's theme is "Acting locally for global impact"
๐https://www.cbd.int/idb/statements/idb2026-uae.pdf
05/22/2026
Watch the 2026 message by H.E. Mr. Hambardzum Matevosyan, Minister of Environment of Armenia and Incoming President of CBD .
This yearโs theme, โActing locally for global impactโ, reminds us that action for biodiversity begins in the places where we live, work and care for nature.
As the world looks ahead to COP17 in Armenia under the theme โTaking Action for Natureโ, is an opportunity to celebrate local action and build momentum for implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
๐ https://youtu.be/jqzcg_uz4OE?si=g66gX6MxqbaizVoO
05/22/2026
Healthy ecosystems support food systems, clean water, livelihoods, climate resilience and the well-being of people everywhere ๐ฟ
Protecting biodiversity today means investing in a more sustainable and resilient future for generations to come ๐
Today, act for nature. Tomorrow depends on it.
05/22/2026
On , Forest Peoples Programme (FPP) has shared a new external resource exploring links between the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and Indigenous Peoples.
This contribution highlights community-led action, participation and knowledge in support of biodiversity and the implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework.
Explore the resource from Forest Peoples Programme โคต๏ธ
This , we are reminded that global impact begins with local action ๐ฑ
As the world reaches the halfway point to the 2030 deadline for the Targets of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, accelerated action at all levels will be needed to halt biodiversity loss, restore ecosystems and ensure the sustainable use of nature.
Ahead of , this is the moment to turn commitments into action, scale up solutions and support change where it matters most: on the ground, with all of us.
05/22/2026
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Today, South Africa proudly stands at the centre of the global biodiversity conversation as the first country to host the International Day for Biological Diversity Global Flagship Event. ๐ฟ๐ฆ
As one of the worldโs 17 megadiverse countries, South Africa is home to an extraordinary wealth of biodiversity, from unique plant species and diverse wildlife to ecosystems that sustain livelihoods, support climate resilience and shape our natural heritage.
This milestone reflects our countryโs ongoing commitment to protecting and restoring biodiversity for present and future generations, while strengthening global action towards living in harmony with nature.
05/22/2026
On , take a moment to look closer at the biodiversity in your surroundings, from the species in your garden or local park to the ecosystems that support communities everywhere.
What we notice, we can value.
What we value, we protect.
What we protect, can thrive.
This 22 May, join the global celebration under the theme โActing locally for global impactโ.
Find events near you and discover how to take part๐
https://www.cbd.int/biodiversity-day
Today is the International Day for Biological Diversity! ๐ฑ๐
This yearโs theme, โActing locally for global impact,โ reminds us that actions taken close to home can contribute to the global effort to halt and reverse biodiversity loss.
From learning about the biodiversity around us, to joining events, sharing knowledge and supporting action in our communities, everyone has a role to play.
Explore events, stories and ways to take part ๐
https://www.cbd.int/biodiversity-day
05/21/2026
Read the message from H.E. Huang Runqui, Minister of Ecology and Environment of the People's Republic of China & President of CBD COP 15 on the occasion of 2026. This year's theme is "Acting locally for global impact".
๐https://www.cbd.int/idb/statements/cop15_president_idb2026.pdf