SCB News Blog

The SCB News Blog is the best source for member-oriented news from the Society for Conservation Biology. Here you'll find an account of what's new at SCB, coverage of SCB members in the news, and conservation-related commentary and reportage.

Come often and be informed of the goings-on in this global community of conservation professionals dedicated to advancing the science and practice of conserving Earth's biological diversity.

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Conservation Scientists Come Together to Haiku

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Two scientists launched the 'Conservation Haiku' project in an effort to explore the use of poetry and photography as a tool to communicate conservation topics.

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Towards Greater Diversity in Conservation

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Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant will play a key role in helping SCB's Diversity Committee achieve the Society's goals of a more diverse and inclusive conservation community.

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Introducing the Assisi Award for Faith-based Conservation

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SCB's Religion and Conservation Biology Working Group (RCBWG) has launched the Assisi Award for conservation efforts that are motivated by religious faith.

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SCB Section News: Oceania

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SCB is a global organization comprised of seven sections: Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Marine, North America, and Oceania. Each month we'll spotlight one section of SCB and provide updates from all Sections when applicable. This month we look at the work of the Oceania Section of SCB.

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Chapters Corner: Victoria University of Wellington (VUW)

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The Chapters Corner presents news and updates from SCB Chapters working around the world to conserve and protect Earth's biological diversity and nurture new leaders in the field of conservation biology. This month we look at the Victoria University of Wellington.

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