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The IUCN World Conservation Congress - Call for Changemakers 2025 is now open. IUCN is searching for the next generation of young innovators leading the way in nature conservation and sustainability. The IUCN World Conservation Congress Changemakers brings together young innovators and visionary leaders who are developing and implementing cutting-edge solutions to biodiversity, climate, and sustainable development challenges in their communities.
Opportunity Details
Selected changemakers will join global leaders, experts, and practitioners at the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 to showcase their transformative initiatives, exchange ideas, and drive impactful action for a nature-positive future. Participants will have the unique opportunity to present their entrepreneurial solutions to influential decision-makers from the private sector, government, and civil society.
About the IUCN World Conservation Congress
The IUCN World Conservation Congress is the world's largest gathering of conservation experts, policymakers, business leaders, and scientists, convening to drive action for nature. It provides a platform for bold commitments, innovative solutions, and cross-sector partnerships to address the most pressing environmental challenges of our time.
The IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 will spotlight young innovators and entrepreneurs, providing them with a platform to connect with global leaders, exchange ideas, and collaborate on groundbreaking solutions that drive transformative change for nature and people.
Congress Themes
The IUCN Congress 2025 will address five critical themes to drive bold, transformative change for a sustainable future:
You should apply to be a Changemaker at the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 if you:
They especially encourage candidates to apply if their initiatives foster equity, inclusivity, intergenerational collaboration, and/or adopt a rights-based approach in their design and implementation.
They are looking for a diverse pool of global changemakers to participate in the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025. Youth from the Global South are strongly encouraged to apply, as are youth from minority groups, indigenous peoples, local communities, and young female leaders and innovators from around the world.
Applications may be submitted in English, French, or Spanish, the three official languages of IUCN. IUCN World Conservation Congress Changemakers will be selected by IUCN from a shortlist created by One Young World.
Apply for IUCN World Conservation Congress