WCC-2025-Res-087 - Progress Report submission form

Submitted by brookst on Wed, 10/21/2026 - 20:04
Activities to implement this Resolution from Activity Reports
Relevant operative para(s) of Res/Rec Activities Overview Description Status Action
1 Other (please specify) The proposed Task Force Co-Chairs, together with the Co-Chairs of the CGSG, met monthly to coordinate preparations for establishing the Task Force. This included developing and reviewing the necessary documentation and liaising with the SSC Secretariat between January and July 2026 to clarify requirements and procedures.
 Completed Full activity report
3, 4 Convene stakeholders/Networking Met with key stakeholders to discuss priorities and approaches for implementing the Resolution. Approximately 15 IUCN Specialist Groups, Committees and other stakeholders were subsequently contacted to solicit nominations for Task Force membership through an online inquiry form.
 Completed Full activity report
1, 2 Scientific/technical activities Developed draft Terms of Reference, proposed workstreams, an implementation timeline and anticipated outputs to guide the Task Force's activities and provide an initial framework for implementing the Resolution.
 Completed Full activity report
1, 3 Other (please specify) Prepared the formal proposal for submission to the SSC Secretariat, along with a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document for prospective members outlining the Task Force's purpose, anticipated activities and expectations for participation.
 Completed Full activity report
3 Convene stakeholders/Networking Review nominations received and finalise Task Force membership, ensuring appropriate expertise and geographical and gender balance.
 On-going Full activity report
1, 4 Convene stakeholders/Networking Convene the inaugural Task Force meeting, anticipated for November/December 2026, subject to formal establishment.
 Planned Full activity report
1, 2 Scientific/technical activities Confirm the Task Force's workstreams and identify workstream leads to coordinate activities and deliverables.
 Planned Full activity report
1, 2 Scientific/technical activities Review, refine and adopt the Task Force's workplan, implementation timeline and expected outputs in consultation with members.
 Planned Full activity report
1 Other (please specify) Establish internal coordination and communication arrangements to support collaboration among Task Force members and workstreams.
 Planned Full activity report
Actors involved from Activity Reports
IUCN Members IUCN Commissions IUCN Secretariat Other non-IUCN related organisations
  • The Morton Arboretum ( United States of America )
  • IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas 2026-2029
  • IUCN Species Survival Commission 2026-2029
  • No
  • South African National Biodiversity Institute
Challenges / lessons learned from Activity Reports
Challenges / lessons learned Description Action
Coordination issues

There were challenges in navigating the IUCN protocols and procedures for establishing a Task Force, as well as understandable delays associated with the transition to and establishment of the new SSC Chair’s Office. Consequently, formal approval of the Task Force and appointment of its Co-Chairs are still pending, which has delayed the initiation of substantive activities.

 Full activity report
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