Happy Early International Day for Biological Diversity!

May 22nd marks the International Day for Biological Diversity designated by the United Nations.

Biodiversity, which is known to be the variety of life on Earth, is very important for it provides food, shelter, medicinal resources, as well as other numerous social benefits. Despite the accelerating advances in technology, we are still dependent on these healthy ecosystem to survive.

This leads us to this year's theme, "Our solutions are in nature" – our answers can only be found in nature and it is our utmost priority to preserve it.              

In recognition of the International Day for Biological Diversity, the United Nations had set 4 days leading up to May 22nd with different themes, each day representing each box in the main logo with meanings which follows:

Through science and traditional knowledge, we can understand what is causing the loss of biodiversity and find possible solutions to prevent it from happening in the future.

After we understand the causes, our next step is to take action - let us raise awareness on the protected areas which act as habitats for animals.

Another important benefit that we obtain from biodiversity is that it provides us with food and medicine. Did you know that pollinators affect 35 percent of global agricultural land?

Indigenous people and local communities also play a pivotal role when it comes to sustainable of biodiversity.

For this month's monthly event, we would like to ask our TUNZA Eco-generation members to tell us more about the International Day for Biological Diversity.

Your report can be ONE of the following topics:

- If you have taken part in any events related to the International Day for Biological Diversity, please tell us about it!

- Research & write about one of the four symbols on the International Day for Biological Diversity logo: polar bear, goose, bee, or culture.

- Print the image above and take a selfie of yourself with it! Then, upload it in your social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram...etc.) along with hashtag #IDB #EcoGeneration.

We will choose the best written reports to be featured in our Special Biodiversity Newsletter. Don't miss your chance to be our guest editor!!

Submission Deadline is May 31st 2020. 

Please Note:

* Upload your report at Our Actions > World Report Tab.

* DO NOT upload your report at Ambassador report Tab.

* Only those reports titled as [Biodiversity] will be counted.

We look forward to reading about the creative ways you've celebrated the Interational Day for Biological Diversity!