Resources

The mission of IUCN WCPA is "to develop and provide scientific, technical and policy advice and advocate for global and national systems of marine, freshwater and terrestrial protected areas and other effective area-based conservation measures (OECMs) that result in successful outcomes for the conservation of biodiversity, based on principles of sound design, good management, and equitable governance."
​(WCPA Mandate 2021-2024)
Therefore, published guidance is a particularly important knowledge product of the Commission. You can search publications HERE.

Many WCPA Specialist Groups and Task Forces maintain their own websites as well, with additional information.

Beyond Aichi Task Force

Capacity Development Facebook 

Connectivity Conservation

Cultural and Spiritual Values

Marine Mammal PAs

Nature For All

Privately Protected Areas

Temperate Grasslands Facebook

Transboundary Conservation

Young Professionals Facebook

WCPA Publications

Provide solid guidance on the establishment and management of protected and conserved areas
​HERE

PARKS Journal

Peer-reviewed, online and open-access journal. Published twice a year, plus special issues.
HERE

Good Practice Guidelines

Guidelines for practitioners developed after widespread consultation.
​HERE

Can't find what you need?

Our Specialist Groups and Task Forces are chaired by experts in their fields, and dedicated to disseminating knowledge on nature conservation. They may be able to point you to guidance.

our team

Need a regional or thematic perspective?

WCPA Steering Committee