Capacity building
To evolve towards sustainability and professional development.
OPERATIONAL CAPACITIES AND ORGANIZATION
The CSOs participating in the PPI-OSCAN and TransCap programmes receive significant support to develop their operational and organizational capacities, helping them evolve towards sustainability and professional development.
TRAINING AND ACTIVITIES
Bespoke training and activities are organized to consolidate the structures, technical and financial expertise, and coordination with the action of public bodies.
Materials
ONLINE COURSES
IUCN-Med has also developed two online courses as additional support to Civil Society Organizations to consolidate their structure and support their growth over time. These courses will be available shortly on the IUCN Academy Platform for the programmes’ recipient organizations in North Africa:
- Effective communication for Civil Society Organizations
- Financing strategy for Civil Society Organizations
NEWS
From March 1st to 3rd, 2024, the IRADA Association for the Development of Tozeur organized a regional camp on the theme "For Sustainable and Solidary Oases" in Tozeur, Tunisia. This camp represents the first international initiative bringing together ten Libyan, Moroccan, and Tunisian associations from PPI OSCAN 3, involved in oasis conservation ...
As part of its ongoing commitment to the North African civil society for sustainable development and biodiversity conservation, Mubadarat has launched a campaign of communication to celebrate World Wildlife Day, International Women's Day, World Water Day, and Earth Day. These informative videos aim to raise awareness about the challenges facing our planet ...
Bouhachem Park, located in northern Morocco, is a true biodiversity treasure, harboring an impressive variety of plant and animal species. Classified as a Site of Biological and Ecological Interest (SIBE) by the Master Plan for Protected Areas (PDAP) of Morocco, it boasts over 1207 taxa of plants, 32 mammal species including the ...
In the heart of southern Tunisia, the oases of Kebili stand as life sanctuaries in the arid desert. However, these havens of biodiversity are now threatened by the devastating effects of climate change. Faced with this reality, a local initiative, IREO_WAHA, has embarked on a mission: to restore and protect these unique ...
During the Libyan Clean Expo for Environment exhibition, aimed at highlighting the role of Libyan civil organizations in environmental awareness and sustainable solutions, the Libyan Wildlife Trust association stood out as a leader in conservation efforts. In partnership with the Ministry of Environment and the national coordinator of PPIOSCAN, the association used ...
Nestled along the Mediterranean coast, the coastal city of Zuwara in Libya provides essential refuge for migratory birds. With its vast wetlands, coastlines, and fertile farmlands, thousands of birds make a stopover here each year, creating a breathtaking spectacle of nature in motion. Preserving these natural habitats is crucial for maintaining the ...
TESTIMONIALS
"It’s very important to increase cooperation with the southern shores of the Mediterranean. We share numerous challenges and urgent problems, and it’s ...
"Having a network of members with the necessary capacities, tools and resources will be invaluable to help countries achieve conservation goals ...
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"There’s growing awareness, and growing assurance, among communities. That comes from having such a successful programme, which isn’t imposed from the outside ...
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"In financing these programmes, the MAVA Foundation is investing in the future. We think that supporting small organizations is essential: they have ...
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"With PPI-OSCAN, we’ve opened up new avenues and our environmental corridors project was highlighted by IUCN as an example of a ...
"Its approach to providing support is innovative because it engages young NGOs in nature conservation. It contributes to conservation projects and works ...
Platform promoting civil society’s role in biodiversity protection and action against the effects of climate change. Developed by IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature, Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation).
