International Day for Biodiversity (IDB)
Date: 22 May 2025
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The International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) 2025 will be observed on 22 May, with the theme ‘Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development.’ This day aims to raise awareness of the vital connection between biodiversity and sustainable development, highlighting the need for urgent action to achieve both the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF).
The IDB 2025 campaign will focus on the importance of living in harmony with nature, advocating for the integration of biodiversity considerations into national policies and global initiatives. The event will bring together stakeholders from across the globe to promote collective action for a sustainable future, emphasising the interdependence of biodiversity, human well-being, and socio-economic progress.
The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is the global alliance of regional associations, national federations, zoos and aquariums, dedicated to the care and conservation of animals and their habitats around the world.