The purpose of the KBA NCGs
These groups play several key roles:
- The KBA NCG coordinates activities between different stakeholders to promote the assessment, monitoring, conservation and management of KBAs at the national level.
- Reviews sites identified by experts before they are proposed.
- Support the recognition of KBAs in national policy and legislation.
- Promote the conservation of KBAs.
Who makes up a KBA NCG?
Membership of the KBA NCGs is diverse and includes:
- NGOs, both national and international
- Scientific institutions (universities, museums, and herbaria)
- Government departments and agencies
- Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities
- Other important participants can include representatives from the Private sector