Collaborating to conserve biodiversity

The Cambridge Conservation Initiative is a collaborative partnership which brings together the biggest names in international biodiversity conservation with the University of Cambridge. Our mission is to transform the global understanding and conservation of biodiversity to secure a sustainable future for all life on Earth.

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Sir David Attenborough, CCI honorary patron

"An extraordinary marriage between outstanding practical conservationists and inspiring intellectual thinkers which will shape the future of life on Earth."

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Creating Global Impact

Building on each partner’s existing programme of conservation work, CCI joins these organisations together to tackle complex and challenging issues with innovative approaches, using a multi-disciplinary approach that cannot be achieved by any one organisation alone.

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CCI at CBD COP16

CCI is participating in CBD COP16 this year, collaborating with partners to amplify key messages and promote essential synergies and cross-cutting themes that contribute to their success. CCI has identified five core themes for collaborative action that will inspire our collective efforts.

Discover the 5 Core Themes

Latest News

Delivering Effective Management for Invasive Alien Species with a Knowledge Sharing Platform

Posted in: Blog by Ellie Humphrys

Invasive alien species disrupt ecosystems and contribute to species extinctions. While evidence-based management strategies are critical in addressing this growing threat, the challenge lies in accessing reliable data. Dr. Nigel Taylor, Research Associate at the University of Cambridge’s Conservation Science Group, highlights a promising solution in this CCI Collaborative Fund-supported project. Alien species are organisms…

6^th December 2024