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This resource hosts the curriculum for the KM4B Training Course, a 16-module educational program designed to professionalize the practice of knowledge management within the biodiversity sector. The syllabus moves beyond basic data handling to address the organizational and cultural aspects of managing information. It begins with foundational concepts and frameworks (Modules 1-4) before progressing into the "human" side of the equation—leadership, culture, and the formation of knowledge...

This portal serves as the central hub for the Knowledge Management for Biodiversity (KM4B) Initiative, a CBD Secretariat initiative designed to help Parties operationalise Target 21 of the Global Biodiversity Framework. It outlines a strategic roadmap for strengthening "knowledge governance" through a combination of global online courses, webinars, and targeted regional workshops across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. By uniting partners like UNEP and the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity...

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted the management and financial stability of protected areas across Southeast Asia, particularly the prestigious ASEAN Heritage Parks (AHPs). This webinar, hosted by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry of Indonesia, addresses the core challenge of how these ecological "crown jewels" can recover from the dual impact of halted ecotourism revenue and increased pressures on natural resources during lockdowns. As human health is inextricably linked...

The ASEAN region, while occupying less than one percent of the Earth's surface, hosts over 14,000 plant species that rely heavily on pollinators for reproduction. This video serves to highlight the vital role of pollinators—including bats, birds, and bees—in sustaining biodiversity and ensuring food security across the region. By explaining the mechanisms of self-pollination and cross-pollination, the content emphasizes that these small creatures are essential agents for the survival of...

The ASEAN Heritage Parks Programme was established in 1984 to provide a regional framework for the preservation of Southeast Asia’s most ecologically significant protected areas. The programme promotes transboundary collaboration to protect representative ecosystems, conserve biodiversity, and foster regional pride by recognizing areas with outstanding wilderness, unique biodiversity, and high conservation value. The ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity currently serves as the programme’s...

The presentation provides an overview of the Clearing‑House Mechanism (CHM) as an information exchange platform established under the Convention on Biological Diversity to promote scientific and technical cooperation. It introduces the evolution of the CHM as a global network consisting of the CBD website, national CHMs, and partner organizations, and explains the role of national CHMs in supporting the implementation of National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans within ASEAN Member...

The ASEAN Biodiversity Dashboard is an interactive platform that allows users to visualize biodiversity trends across the ASEAN region. It is a map‑based tool designed to help monitor species distributions, richness, habitat changes, and potential zoonotic threats, providing valuable insights for conservation efforts and public health strategies in ASEAN. The site presents key data holdings, including over 23 million species occurrence records, 7000+ datasets covering species, habitats, and...

The ASEAN region is home to a unique network of protected areas known as ASEAN Heritage Parks (AHPs), which are established to preserve a complete spectrum of representative ecosystems and generate greater awareness of the region's shared natural heritage. However, the influx of visitors to these delicate environments necessitates a strong understanding of ethical travel behaviors to prevent degradation. To address this, the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB), in cooperation with GIZ...

This publication, developed by the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB) under the BCAMP project with support from the European Union, provides a regional baseline assessment of Critically Endangered land and freshwater vertebrate species in ASEAN. It serves as a knowledge resource to support evidence-based policymaking, regional cooperation, and conservation prioritization aligned with ASEAN biodiversity frameworks. The report covers 221 ASEAN Species Action Plan (ASAP) species, of which...

The 1st Edition of the ASEAN Biodiversity Outlook (ABO 1), published by the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity (ACB) in 2010, provides the first comprehensive regional assessment of biodiversity status and trends in Southeast Asia in relation to the Convention on Biological Diversity’s 2010 Biodiversity Target. Drawing on the Fourth National Reports of all ten ASEAN Member States, it consolidates national data into a unified regional knowledge base, enabling cross-country comparison of...