The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) was signed at the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 1992 and entered into force on 29 December 1993. It is the first global agreement to cover all aspects of biological diversity: the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the use of genetic resources. 

The Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (SCBD), based in Montreal, Canada, was established to support the goals of the Convention. Its primary functions are to organize meetings, prepare reports, assist member governments in the implementation of the various programmes of work, coordinate with other international organizations and collect and disseminate information.

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UN Biodiversity

UN Biodiversity's headquarters in Montreal, Canada

Elizabeth Maruma Mrema

Sakhile Silitshena

Peter Deupmann

This department provides expert advice and strategies for enhancing and sustaining biodiversity across various ecological initiatives.

Biodiversity Consultancy

This department oversees and coordinates various programs and projects to ensure they align with organizational goals and objectives.

Programme Management

This department focuses on the conservation and stewardship of biodiversity in marine, coastal, and agricultural ecosystems.

Biodiversity Management

This department focuses on developing and executing strategies for communication and awareness initiatives.

Communications and Awareness

This department manages internal and external communications, promoting awareness and engagement across various channels.

Communications Department

This department provides expert advice and guidance across various scientific and technical domains.

UN Biodiversity

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Biodiversity Consultancy

Programme Management

Biodiversity Management

Communications and Awareness

Communications Department

Consulting Services

Offices

UN Biodiversity

Org chart

Teams

Biodiversity Consultancy

Programme Management

Biodiversity Management

Communications and Awareness

Communications Department

Consulting Services

Offices

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