{"id":31541,"date":"2024-03-02T13:19:19","date_gmt":"2024-03-02T13:19:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=31541"},"modified":"2024-03-02T13:19:21","modified_gmt":"2024-03-02T13:19:21","slug":"international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) &#8211; UPSC Environment Notes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) stands as a beacon of global collaboration and advocacy in the realm of environmental conservation. Established in 1948, this esteemed organization has since evolved into the world&#8217;s largest and most diverse environmental network, comprising governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, scientists, and experts from across the globe. With its headquarters in Gland, Switzerland, the IUCN operates with a mission to promote the sustainable use and conservation of nature, ensuring the integrity and diversity of ecosystems worldwide. Through its robust research, policy initiatives, and on-the-ground conservation efforts, the IUCN plays a pivotal role in shaping international conservation agendas and fostering partnerships to address pressing environmental challenges confronting our planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e933dd6026b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e933dd6026b\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Foundation_and_Evolution\" title=\"Foundation and Evolution:\">Foundation and Evolution:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Vision_and_Mission\" title=\"Vision and Mission:\">Vision and Mission:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#OPERATIONAL_OVERVIEW\" title=\"OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW\">OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#COMMISSIONS\" title=\"COMMISSIONS:\">COMMISSIONS:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Organizational_Operations\" title=\"Organizational Operations:\">Organizational Operations:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Conservation_Plan\" title=\"Conservation Plan:\">Conservation Plan:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Funding\" title=\"Funding:\">Funding:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Red_Data_Book\" title=\"Red Data Book:\">Red Data Book:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#IUCN_%E2%80%93_Green_List_of_Protected_and_Conserved_Areas\" title=\"IUCN &#8211; Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas\">IUCN &#8211; Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Purpose_and_Guidance\" title=\"Purpose and Guidance:\">Purpose and Guidance:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Certification_and_Recognition\" title=\"Certification and Recognition:\">Certification and Recognition:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Criteria_for_Inclusion\" title=\"Criteria for Inclusion:\">Criteria for Inclusion:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#IUCN_%E2%80%93_Nature_2030_Programme\" title=\"IUCN &#8211; Nature 2030 Programme\">IUCN &#8211; Nature 2030 Programme<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Deliberative_Outcome\" title=\"Deliberative Outcome:\">Deliberative Outcome:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Mobilization_Call\" title=\"Mobilization Call:\">Mobilization Call:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Transformative_Change_Pathways\" title=\"Transformative Change Pathways:\">Transformative Change Pathways:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#IUCN_%E2%80%93_Criticisms\" title=\"IUCN &#8211; Criticisms\">IUCN &#8211; Criticisms<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#1_Nature-Centric_Focus\" title=\"1. Nature-Centric Focus:\">1. Nature-Centric Focus:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#2_Yellowstone_Model_Support\" title=\"2. Yellowstone Model Support:\">2. Yellowstone Model Support:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#3_Northern-Centered_Perspective\" title=\"3. Northern-Centered Perspective:\">3. Northern-Centered Perspective:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#FAQs_%E2%80%93_International_Union_for_Conservation_of_Nature_IUCN\" title=\"FAQs &#8211; International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)\">FAQs &#8211; International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#1_When_was_the_IUCN_established\" title=\"1: When was the IUCN established?\">1: When was the IUCN established?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#2_What_was_its_original_name_and_when_did_it_change\" title=\"2: What was its original name, and when did it change?\">2: What was its original name, and when did it change?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#3_What_is_the_vision_of_IUCN\" title=\"3: What is the vision of IUCN?\">3: What is the vision of IUCN?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#4_Can_you_explain_the_mission_of_IUCN\" title=\"4: Can you explain the mission of IUCN?\">4: Can you explain the mission of IUCN?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#5_How_does_IUCN_contribute_to_nature_conservation\" title=\"5: How does IUCN contribute to nature conservation?\">5: How does IUCN contribute to nature conservation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#6_Who_are_the_members_of_IUCN\" title=\"6: Who are the members of IUCN?\">6: Who are the members of IUCN?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#7_What_are_the_key_functions_of_the_Commission_on_Education_and_Communication_CEC\" title=\"7: What are the key functions of the Commission on Education and Communication (CEC)?\">7: What are the key functions of the Commission on Education and Communication (CEC)?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/international-union-for-conservation-of-nature-iucn-upsc-environment-notes\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foundation_and_Evolution\"><\/span><strong>Foundation and Evolution:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The IUCN was established in October 1948 following an international conference in Fontainebleau, France, initially named the International Union for the Protection of Nature (IUPN).&nbsp;<\/li><li>In 1956, it adopted the name International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) and established its headquarters in Gland, Switzerland.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vision_and_Mission\"><\/span><strong>Vision and Mission:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Vision: Envisioning a just world that values and conserves nature.<\/li><li>Mission: To influence, encourage, and assist societies in conserving the integrity and diversity of nature, ensuring equitable and ecologically sustainable use of natural resources.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"OPERATIONAL_OVERVIEW\"><\/span><strong>OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>IUCN actively promotes scientific research, manages global field projects, and facilitates collaboration among governments, NGOs, UN agencies, businesses, and local communities to develop and implement conservation policies.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Its membership comprises states and NGOs, totaling over 1,400 organizations and involving approximately 16,000 scientists and experts on a voluntary basis.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"COMMISSIONS\"><\/span><strong>COMMISSIONS:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>IUCN&#8217;s experts are organized into six commissions, each focusing on specific aspects such as species survival, environmental law, protected areas, social and economic policy, ecosystem management, and education and communication. These commissions evaluate global natural resource conditions and provide knowledgeable policy advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Commission on Education and Communication (CEC): Facilitates communication and knowledge management within the conservation community.<\/li><li>Commission on Environmental, Economic, and Social Policy (CEESP): Addresses economic and social aspects of biological conservation.<\/li><li>World Commission on Environmental Law (WCEL): Develops legal theories and frameworks for environmental preservation.<\/li><li>Commission on Ecosystem Management (CEM): Advocates integrative ecosystem management strategies.<\/li><li>Species Survival Commission (SSC): Handles technical aspects of species conservation and extinct management.<\/li><li>World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA): Manages the creation and administration of a network of land and marine protected areas.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Organizational_Operations\"><\/span><strong>Organizational Operations:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Every four years, IUCN organizes the IUCN World Conservation Congress, where members vote on proposals and establish schedules for international conservation initiatives.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The IUCN Council oversees the organization between Congress sessions. Commission Chairs, appointed for a four-year term, are chosen by the members.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The IUCN Secretariat, headed by a Director-General, is located in Gland, Switzerland, with offices in over 50 countries, including 8 regional offices.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conservation_Plan\"><\/span><strong>Conservation Plan:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>IUCN&#8217;s conservation plan involves assessing biodiversity status, planning collaborative and scientifically based conservation measures, taking action through initiatives involving the public and corporate sectors, and enhancing the effectiveness of species conservation through planned and focused communications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Funding\"><\/span><strong>Funding:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2012, IUCN generated a total revenue of 114 million CHF, primarily sourced from bilateral and international organizations&#8217; budgets for official development assistance, constituting 61% of its revenue. Additional revenue streams include membership fees, grants, and project financing from various organizations, institutions, and businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Red_Data_Book\"><\/span><strong>Red Data Book:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Red Data Book, a public database maintained by IUCN, tracks endangered and threatened plant, animal, and fungal species, including local subspecies. This comprehensive resource supports research, investigations, and monitoring initiatives related to rare and endangered animals and ecosystems. The Red Data Book categorizes the extinction risk of species and subspecies on color-coded information sheets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IUCN_%E2%80%93_Green_List_of_Protected_and_Conserved_Areas\"><\/span><strong>IUCN &#8211; Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Global Nature Conservation Initiative:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The IUCN Green List stands as a prominent global nature conservation campaign, with its core being the Green List Sustainability Standard. This standard sets a global benchmark for addressing the environmental challenges of the twenty-first century.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Purpose_and_Guidance\"><\/span><strong>Purpose and Guidance:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The IUCN Green List offers locally relevant expert guidance aimed at achieving equitable and effective nature conservation outcomes in protected and conserved areas. Its ultimate goal is to ensure the survival, thriving, and value addition of wildlife and ecosystems to communities worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Certification_and_Recognition\"><\/span><strong>Certification and Recognition:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Protected or conserved areas that meet the IUCN Green List Standard receive certification and recognition for delivering long-term, fair, and effective results for both people and nature. As of June 2022, there are 61 Green Listed sites globally, with approximately one out of every seven also holding World Heritage status. The IUCN Green List community currently encompasses over 600 protected and conserved areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Criteria_for_Inclusion\"><\/span><strong>Criteria for Inclusion:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For a protected and conserved area to be named to the &#8216;Green List,&#8217; it must demonstrate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Respect: Towards the local community, achieved through fair and meaningful participation of rights holders and stakeholders.<\/li><li>Design: Planning that identifies the needs to protect the area&#8217;s important values.<\/li><li>Effective Management: Essential monitoring of the status of these important values for effective management.<\/li><li>Successful Conservation Results: For both nature and people.<\/li><li>Contribution to Challenges: Obvious contributions to climate change responses, health and well-being, and other challenges.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IUCN_%E2%80%93_Nature_2030_Programme\"><\/span>IUCN &#8211; Nature 2030 Programme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deliberative_Outcome\"><\/span>Deliberative Outcome:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The IUCN Nature 2030 Programme is the culmination of extensive deliberation within the Union. Adopted through a democratic vote at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Marseille, it sets ambitious goals over ten years for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mobilization_Call\"><\/span><strong>Mobilization Call:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Nature 2030 Programme serves as a mobilization call to IUCN Members, Commissions, and the Secretariat. Aligned with the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the post-2020 global biodiversity framework, it outlines broad areas of work, aspirational goals, and success indicators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Transformative_Change_Pathways\"><\/span><strong>Transformative Change Pathways:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The program focuses on five transformative change pathways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Recognize: Acknowledge and prioritize conservation needs.<\/li><li>Retain: Preserve existing biodiversity and ecosystems.<\/li><li>Restore: Rehabilitate and rejuvenate degraded ecosystems.<\/li><li>Resource: Provide necessary resources for conservation efforts.<\/li><li>Reconnect: Establish and strengthen connections between people, land, water, oceans, and climate.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IUCN_%E2%80%93_Criticisms\"><\/span><strong>IUCN &#8211; Criticisms<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Nature-Centric_Focus\"><\/span><strong>1. Nature-Centric Focus:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Critics argue that the IUCN tends to prioritize the demands of nature over those of people. This nature-centric approach is said to sometimes overlook economic considerations and dismiss the concerns of indigenous peoples and other longstanding land users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Yellowstone_Model_Support\"><\/span><strong>2. Yellowstone Model Support:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The IUCN has faced criticism for historically supporting the &#8220;Yellowstone Model&#8221; of conservation until the 1980s. This model advocated for the exclusion of people from protected areas. Notably, the removal of the Maasai from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and Serengeti National Park is cited as a prominent example of the implementation of this strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Northern-Centered_Perspective\"><\/span><strong>3. Northern-Centered Perspective:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Another critique revolves around the perception that the IUCN has been historically &#8220;Northern centered.&#8221; Critics argue that the organization has often approached global conservation from a West-European or North-American perspective. This perspective may not adequately address the diverse conservation needs and priorities of regions in the global South.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These criticisms highlight concerns related to the balance between nature conservation and the well-being of human communities, historical conservation models, and the need for a more inclusive and globally sensitive approach in IUCN&#8217;s initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%93_International_Union_for_Conservation_of_Nature_IUCN\"><\/span><strong>FAQs &#8211; International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_When_was_the_IUCN_established\"><\/span>1: When was the IUCN established?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The IUCN was founded in October 1948 after an international conference in Fontainebleau, France.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_was_its_original_name_and_when_did_it_change\"><\/span>2: What was its original name, and when did it change?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Initially named the International Union for the Protection of Nature (IUPN), it changed to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) in 1956.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_vision_of_IUCN\"><\/span>3: What is the vision of IUCN?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: IUCN envisions a just world that values and conserves nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Can_you_explain_the_mission_of_IUCN\"><\/span>4: Can you explain the mission of IUCN?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: The mission is to influence, encourage, and assist societies in conserving the integrity and diversity of nature, ensuring equitable and ecologically sustainable use of natural resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_does_IUCN_contribute_to_nature_conservation\"><\/span>5: How does IUCN contribute to nature conservation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: IUCN promotes scientific research, manages global field projects, and collaborates with governments, NGOs, UN agencies, businesses, and communities to develop and implement conservation policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Who_are_the_members_of_IUCN\"><\/span>6: Who are the members of IUCN?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Members include states and NGOs, totaling over 1,400 organizations and involving approximately 16,000 scientists and experts on a voluntary basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_are_the_key_functions_of_the_Commission_on_Education_and_Communication_CEC\"><\/span>7: What are the key functions of the Commission on Education and Communication (CEC)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: CEC facilitates communication and knowledge management within the conservation community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UPSC-Essay-Course-1280\u00d7300-1-3.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42688\" width=\"781\" height=\"182\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1. 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