Astrid Schomaker
@astridschomaker.bsky.social
Executive Secretary @unbiodiversity.bsky.social
#SB8J just wrapped up a historic first meeting in Panama City.
This Subsidiary Body is the outcome of decades of advocacy. #SB8J_1 made important progress.
To tackle biodiversity loss, we need all hands on deck, including the hands and voices of the custodians of biodiversity.
This Subsidiary Body is the outcome of decades of advocacy. #SB8J_1 made important progress.
To tackle biodiversity loss, we need all hands on deck, including the hands and voices of the custodians of biodiversity.
October 31, 2025 at 2:01 AM
The #COP17Armenia side-event at #SB8J_1 highlighted the need to:
-build on #COP16Colombia achievements.
-accelerate the #KMGBF implementation.
-foster synergies between the nature & climate agendas, and streamline national implementation.
Thank you for your commitment, Armenia.
-build on #COP16Colombia achievements.
-accelerate the #KMGBF implementation.
-foster synergies between the nature & climate agendas, and streamline national implementation.
Thank you for your commitment, Armenia.
October 31, 2025 at 12:03 AM
The #COP17Armenia side-event at #SB8J_1 highlighted the need to:
-build on #COP16Colombia achievements.
-accelerate the #KMGBF implementation.
-foster synergies between the nature & climate agendas, and streamline national implementation.
Thank you for your commitment, Armenia.
-build on #COP16Colombia achievements.
-accelerate the #KMGBF implementation.
-foster synergies between the nature & climate agendas, and streamline national implementation.
Thank you for your commitment, Armenia.
Panama’s Nature Pledge demonstrates the country’s exemplary approach to addressing the intertwined crises afflicting the🌍.
I congratulated H.E. Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of the Environment, on the Nature Summit and welcomed the participation of indigenous peoples and local communities in it.
I congratulated H.E. Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of the Environment, on the Nature Summit and welcomed the participation of indigenous peoples and local communities in it.
October 29, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Panama’s Nature Pledge demonstrates the country’s exemplary approach to addressing the intertwined crises afflicting the🌍.
I congratulated H.E. Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of the Environment, on the Nature Summit and welcomed the participation of indigenous peoples and local communities in it.
I congratulated H.E. Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of the Environment, on the Nature Summit and welcomed the participation of indigenous peoples and local communities in it.
It's a wrap for #SBSTTA27 in Panama City.
The wide range of themes addressed this week demonstrates the importance of the scientific, technical and technological work undertaken by this Subsidiary Body.
Important progress was achieved on the road to #COP17Armenia. Thank you.
The wide range of themes addressed this week demonstrates the importance of the scientific, technical and technological work undertaken by this Subsidiary Body.
Important progress was achieved on the road to #COP17Armenia. Thank you.
October 25, 2025 at 6:45 AM
It's a wrap for #SBSTTA27 in Panama City.
The wide range of themes addressed this week demonstrates the importance of the scientific, technical and technological work undertaken by this Subsidiary Body.
Important progress was achieved on the road to #COP17Armenia. Thank you.
The wide range of themes addressed this week demonstrates the importance of the scientific, technical and technological work undertaken by this Subsidiary Body.
Important progress was achieved on the road to #COP17Armenia. Thank you.
For @unbiodiversity.bsky.social, this #UNDay has special significance here in Panama on the final day of #SBSTTA27 negotiations.
Today our hope is that Parties will come together in the spirit of United Nations multilateralism and bring the 🌍closer to bending the curve of global biodiversity loss.
Today our hope is that Parties will come together in the spirit of United Nations multilateralism and bring the 🌍closer to bending the curve of global biodiversity loss.
October 24, 2025 at 6:01 PM
For @unbiodiversity.bsky.social, this #UNDay has special significance here in Panama on the final day of #SBSTTA27 negotiations.
Today our hope is that Parties will come together in the spirit of United Nations multilateralism and bring the 🌍closer to bending the curve of global biodiversity loss.
Today our hope is that Parties will come together in the spirit of United Nations multilateralism and bring the 🌍closer to bending the curve of global biodiversity loss.
Happy to see #SBSTTA27 delegates at the @fao.org
- @unbiodiversity.bsky.social joint side-event, which highlighted the relevance of the Initiative for the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Soil Biodiversity to the collective endeavour to halt and reverse biodiversity loss through the #KMGBF.
- @unbiodiversity.bsky.social joint side-event, which highlighted the relevance of the Initiative for the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Soil Biodiversity to the collective endeavour to halt and reverse biodiversity loss through the #KMGBF.
October 23, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Happy to see #SBSTTA27 delegates at the @fao.org
- @unbiodiversity.bsky.social joint side-event, which highlighted the relevance of the Initiative for the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Soil Biodiversity to the collective endeavour to halt and reverse biodiversity loss through the #KMGBF.
- @unbiodiversity.bsky.social joint side-event, which highlighted the relevance of the Initiative for the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Soil Biodiversity to the collective endeavour to halt and reverse biodiversity loss through the #KMGBF.
As we approach the global review of progress in the implementation of the #KMGBF, further strengthening of the science-policy interface is crucial.
Thank you, Luthando Dziba, @ipbes.net Executive Secretary, and team for your engagement at #SBSTTA27.
I look forward to the next assessments!
Thank you, Luthando Dziba, @ipbes.net Executive Secretary, and team for your engagement at #SBSTTA27.
I look forward to the next assessments!
October 22, 2025 at 11:06 PM
As we approach the global review of progress in the implementation of the #KMGBF, further strengthening of the science-policy interface is crucial.
Thank you, Luthando Dziba, @ipbes.net Executive Secretary, and team for your engagement at #SBSTTA27.
I look forward to the next assessments!
Thank you, Luthando Dziba, @ipbes.net Executive Secretary, and team for your engagement at #SBSTTA27.
I look forward to the next assessments!
On Tuesday at #SBSTTA27, @unbiodiversity.bsky.social
launched the 7th instalment of the #Biosafety Technical Series, focusing on the need for sound risk assessments of Living Modified Organisms containing engineered gene drives, in line with #CartagenaProtocol:
🔗 bch.cbd.int/en/database/...
launched the 7th instalment of the #Biosafety Technical Series, focusing on the need for sound risk assessments of Living Modified Organisms containing engineered gene drives, in line with #CartagenaProtocol:
🔗 bch.cbd.int/en/database/...
October 22, 2025 at 10:57 PM
On Tuesday at #SBSTTA27, @unbiodiversity.bsky.social
launched the 7th instalment of the #Biosafety Technical Series, focusing on the need for sound risk assessments of Living Modified Organisms containing engineered gene drives, in line with #CartagenaProtocol:
🔗 bch.cbd.int/en/database/...
launched the 7th instalment of the #Biosafety Technical Series, focusing on the need for sound risk assessments of Living Modified Organisms containing engineered gene drives, in line with #CartagenaProtocol:
🔗 bch.cbd.int/en/database/...
This week in Yerevan, the CBD Secretariat took part in a briefing for diplomatic missions that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia convened. This included a reflection on what constitutes success at #COP17Armenia and how to make it happen through multilateral cooperation.
October 16, 2025 at 9:31 PM
This week in Yerevan, the CBD Secretariat took part in a briefing for diplomatic missions that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia convened. This included a reflection on what constitutes success at #COP17Armenia and how to make it happen through multilateral cooperation.
The whole-of-government approach to the implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF requires engagement by all departments.
In Yerevan, H.E. Avag Avanesyan, Deputy Minister of Finance of Armenia, confirmed that biodiversity action is indeed a priority. Thank you.
In Yerevan, H.E. Avag Avanesyan, Deputy Minister of Finance of Armenia, confirmed that biodiversity action is indeed a priority. Thank you.
October 15, 2025 at 12:02 AM
The whole-of-government approach to the implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF requires engagement by all departments.
In Yerevan, H.E. Avag Avanesyan, Deputy Minister of Finance of Armenia, confirmed that biodiversity action is indeed a priority. Thank you.
In Yerevan, H.E. Avag Avanesyan, Deputy Minister of Finance of Armenia, confirmed that biodiversity action is indeed a priority. Thank you.
Armenia is walking the talk on synergy in the implementation of UNFCCC and CBD.
Today in Yerevan, with United Nations in Armenia's support, the country held a joint launch event of its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
Today in Yerevan, with United Nations in Armenia's support, the country held a joint launch event of its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
October 15, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Armenia is walking the talk on synergy in the implementation of UNFCCC and CBD.
Today in Yerevan, with United Nations in Armenia's support, the country held a joint launch event of its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
Today in Yerevan, with United Nations in Armenia's support, the country held a joint launch event of its National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
At #IUCNcongress, @unbiodiversity.bsky.social presented the global network of 18 Technical Support Centres identified by the Parties to the CBD.
They underpin the #KMGBF implementation through decentralized, demand-driven and inclusive collaboration tailored to their respective regions.
They underpin the #KMGBF implementation through decentralized, demand-driven and inclusive collaboration tailored to their respective regions.
October 12, 2025 at 11:54 PM
At #IUCNcongress, @unbiodiversity.bsky.social presented the global network of 18 Technical Support Centres identified by the Parties to the CBD.
They underpin the #KMGBF implementation through decentralized, demand-driven and inclusive collaboration tailored to their respective regions.
They underpin the #KMGBF implementation through decentralized, demand-driven and inclusive collaboration tailored to their respective regions.
At the GEF's high-level event on the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund #GBFF, the #IUCNcongress heard a resounding call to action: investing in the #KMGBF implementation now constitutes the world's best strategy to hedge against the unthinkable cost of run-away biodiversity loss.
October 12, 2025 at 11:42 PM
At the GEF's high-level event on the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund #GBFF, the #IUCNcongress heard a resounding call to action: investing in the #KMGBF implementation now constitutes the world's best strategy to hedge against the unthinkable cost of run-away biodiversity loss.
The #IUCNcongress WCPA Awards ceremony recognized the inspiring achievements of conservation leaders who contribute to the implementation of the 🌍 Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF, including the iconic #Target3.
It was a pleasure to take part in celebrating the Awardees: iucn.org/news/202510/...
It was a pleasure to take part in celebrating the Awardees: iucn.org/news/202510/...
October 12, 2025 at 8:20 AM
The #IUCNcongress WCPA Awards ceremony recognized the inspiring achievements of conservation leaders who contribute to the implementation of the 🌍 Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF, including the iconic #Target3.
It was a pleasure to take part in celebrating the Awardees: iucn.org/news/202510/...
It was a pleasure to take part in celebrating the Awardees: iucn.org/news/202510/...
This #IUCNcongress event focused on strengthening the link between biodiversity & health: iucncongress2025.org/programme/on...
The #OneHealth approach unites sectors & partners, including the CBD and IUCN, to address shared challenges and protect the health of people, animals and ecosystems.
The #OneHealth approach unites sectors & partners, including the CBD and IUCN, to address shared challenges and protect the health of people, animals and ecosystems.
October 12, 2025 at 8:05 AM
This #IUCNcongress event focused on strengthening the link between biodiversity & health: iucncongress2025.org/programme/on...
The #OneHealth approach unites sectors & partners, including the CBD and IUCN, to address shared challenges and protect the health of people, animals and ecosystems.
The #OneHealth approach unites sectors & partners, including the CBD and IUCN, to address shared challenges and protect the health of people, animals and ecosystems.
At #IUCNcongress Keidanren Nature Conservation Council expressed support for the implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF.
In Japan and around the world, engagement by the private sector is crucial for transformative change aiming to halt and reverse biodiversity loss.
In Japan and around the world, engagement by the private sector is crucial for transformative change aiming to halt and reverse biodiversity loss.
October 12, 2025 at 7:56 AM
At #IUCNcongress Keidanren Nature Conservation Council expressed support for the implementation of the Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF.
In Japan and around the world, engagement by the private sector is crucial for transformative change aiming to halt and reverse biodiversity loss.
In Japan and around the world, engagement by the private sector is crucial for transformative change aiming to halt and reverse biodiversity loss.
At #IUCNcongress the dialogue on "Nature's promise for climate and people" highlighted the intricate linkages between climate change and biodiversity loss. Thank you, IUCN President Razan Al Mubarak, for convening this reflection on how the world can tackle these crises effectively.
October 12, 2025 at 7:54 AM
At #IUCNcongress the dialogue on "Nature's promise for climate and people" highlighted the intricate linkages between climate change and biodiversity loss. Thank you, IUCN President Razan Al Mubarak, for convening this reflection on how the world can tackle these crises effectively.
We at @unbiodiversity.bsky.social appreciate Jordan's leadership on biodiversity as a pivotal part of the global environmental agenda.
At #IUCNcongress, H.E. Aiman A. Soleiman, Minister of the Environment, expressed his support to strong outcomes #ForNature at #COP17Armenia next year in Yerevan.
At #IUCNcongress, H.E. Aiman A. Soleiman, Minister of the Environment, expressed his support to strong outcomes #ForNature at #COP17Armenia next year in Yerevan.
October 10, 2025 at 2:12 AM
We at @unbiodiversity.bsky.social appreciate Jordan's leadership on biodiversity as a pivotal part of the global environmental agenda.
At #IUCNcongress, H.E. Aiman A. Soleiman, Minister of the Environment, expressed his support to strong outcomes #ForNature at #COP17Armenia next year in Yerevan.
At #IUCNcongress, H.E. Aiman A. Soleiman, Minister of the Environment, expressed his support to strong outcomes #ForNature at #COP17Armenia next year in Yerevan.
#Target11 of the 🌍Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF, which addresses nature's contributions to people, recognizes that water & biodiversity are inseparable. Next year the review of progress in the #KMGBF implementation at #COP17Armenia will be an important milestone towards the 2026 UN Water Conference.
October 10, 2025 at 2:11 AM
#Target11 of the 🌍Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF, which addresses nature's contributions to people, recognizes that water & biodiversity are inseparable. Next year the review of progress in the #KMGBF implementation at #COP17Armenia will be an important milestone towards the 2026 UN Water Conference.
It was a pleasure seeing such commitment to @unbiodiversity.bsky.social at #IUCNcongress: Team Armenia, led by H.E. Hambardzum Matevosyan, Minister of the Environment and #COP17Armenia President-designate, are getting ready to host a decisive UN Biodiversity Conference in Yerevan next year.
October 10, 2025 at 2:04 AM
It was a pleasure seeing such commitment to @unbiodiversity.bsky.social at #IUCNcongress: Team Armenia, led by H.E. Hambardzum Matevosyan, Minister of the Environment and #COP17Armenia President-designate, are getting ready to host a decisive UN Biodiversity Conference in Yerevan next year.
Congratulations, President Razan Al Mubarak, on the remarkable global mobilization #ForNature at the #IUCNcongress. Here, the consensus is palpable: business as usual is no longer viable. The world needs transformative change to fulfil the promise of the #KMGBF and the Paris Agreement.
October 10, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Congratulations, President Razan Al Mubarak, on the remarkable global mobilization #ForNature at the #IUCNcongress. Here, the consensus is palpable: business as usual is no longer viable. The world needs transformative change to fulfil the promise of the #KMGBF and the Paris Agreement.
At #ForoMinistros @unbiodiversity.bsky.social joined other Multilateral Environmental Agreements in briefing Ministers of the Environment of Latin America and the Caribbean about forthcoming intergovernmental meetings #ForNature. Their engagement in these global processes will be key.
October 3, 2025 at 10:29 PM
At #ForoMinistros @unbiodiversity.bsky.social joined other Multilateral Environmental Agreements in briefing Ministers of the Environment of Latin America and the Caribbean about forthcoming intergovernmental meetings #ForNature. Their engagement in these global processes will be key.
At #ForoMinistros in Lima, the discussion with H.E. Mr. Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of Environment of Panama, focused on the Biodiversity meetings to take place from 20-30 Oct. in Panama City: cbd.int/conferences/...
#SBSTTA27 & #SB8J_1 are two important milestones on the road to #COP17Armenia.
#SBSTTA27 & #SB8J_1 are two important milestones on the road to #COP17Armenia.
October 3, 2025 at 10:27 PM
At #ForoMinistros in Lima, the discussion with H.E. Mr. Juan Carlos Navarro, Minister of Environment of Panama, focused on the Biodiversity meetings to take place from 20-30 Oct. in Panama City: cbd.int/conferences/...
#SBSTTA27 & #SB8J_1 are two important milestones on the road to #COP17Armenia.
#SBSTTA27 & #SB8J_1 are two important milestones on the road to #COP17Armenia.
Today at the 24th #ForoMinistros in Lima, @unbiodiversity.bsky.social took part in a conversation about environmental action by CARICOM countries, focusing on challenges faced by Small Island Developing States. Their commitment to the Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF is encouraging.
October 1, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Today at the 24th #ForoMinistros in Lima, @unbiodiversity.bsky.social took part in a conversation about environmental action by CARICOM countries, focusing on challenges faced by Small Island Developing States. Their commitment to the Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF is encouraging.
Today the Ministerial Segment of #ForoMinistros focused on accelerating nature & climate action in Latin America and the Caribbean.
@unbiodiversity.bsky.social highlighted:
🟢the rights of indigenous peoples and local communities
🟢ecosystem restoration
🟢synergy among the Rio Conventions
@unbiodiversity.bsky.social highlighted:
🟢the rights of indigenous peoples and local communities
🟢ecosystem restoration
🟢synergy among the Rio Conventions
October 1, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Today the Ministerial Segment of #ForoMinistros focused on accelerating nature & climate action in Latin America and the Caribbean.
@unbiodiversity.bsky.social highlighted:
🟢the rights of indigenous peoples and local communities
🟢ecosystem restoration
🟢synergy among the Rio Conventions
@unbiodiversity.bsky.social highlighted:
🟢the rights of indigenous peoples and local communities
🟢ecosystem restoration
🟢synergy among the Rio Conventions