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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · 5d

Happy #UrbanOctober! This year, we’re celebrating ‘urban solutions to crisis’ - we believe cities are catalysts of change and uniquely positioned to adapt to a changing world and create resilient urban communities 🌇

🔗 EXPLORE THE BUZZ: mailchi.mp/citieswithna...

CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Aug 25

Welcome to our new cities & regions 🌿 🏙️

GET INVOLVED | Find out more about how cities and regions are driving global biodiversity change at the local level: citieswithnature.org

#CitiesWithNature #RegionsWithNature #ForNature

CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Aug 20

The latest #CitiesWithNature & #RegionsWithNature BUZZ is out!

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘂𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 🏙️💧🐸

📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗕𝗨𝗭𝗭 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: citieswithnature.org/buzz/

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Jul 14

Welcome to our new cities & regions 🌿 🏙️

#CitiesWithNature #RegionsWithNature #ForNature

CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Jul 10

The latest #CitiesWithNature & #RegionsWithNature BUZZ is out!

This edition focuses on oceans and coasts🌊🏝️🏙️

📖 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗕𝗨𝗭𝗭 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: citieswithnature.org/buzz/

CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · May 13

Welcome to our new cities & regions 🌿 🏙️

#CitiesWithNature #RegionsWithNature #ForNature

CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · May 8

#CitiesWithNature & #RegionsWithNature BUZZ 🦅Birds and biodiversity 🌿

As #WorldMigratoryBirdDay and #InternationalDayForBiologicalDiversity approach, this edition highlights the delicate harmony between urban life and nature for sustainable urban futures

Read & sign up: citieswithnature.org/buzz/

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · May 8

"Migratory species' survival is a shared conservation responsibility that transcends national boundaries." ~ Amy Fraenkel, ES of @migratoryspecies.bsky.social

With #WorldMigratoryBirdDay coming up, explore this analysis of the conservation status of migratory species 💜 www.cms.int/en/publicati...

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Apr 30

To help cities work #ForNature & embrace being #SharedSpaces for migratory birds, we have developed #CitiesWithNature GUIDES on:
💛 Light pollution
🩵 Catchment management in your city
💚 Urban ecosystem restoration

Explore them here: citieswithnature.org/guides/
#WorldMigratoryBirdDay #WMBD2025

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Apr 7

Today is #WorldHealthDay 🌍💙

Find out about how reconnecting with nature is critical for a healthier future: citieswithnature.org/bringing-nat...

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Apr 3

From Barcelona’s #Superblocks to NYC’s High Line, cities worldwide prove that urban nature = happier, healthier communities 🌆🌳

Which city inspires you?

Read more: citieswithnature.org/bringing-nat...

#WorldHealthDay

CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Apr 1

Did you know? Studies show nature-connected people are healthier, more active & feel a deeper sense of belonging 🪷

Read why nature is important for city dwellers: citieswithnature.org/bringing-nat...

#WorldHealthDay

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ICLEI Africa @africa.iclei.org · Mar 20

NEW ONLINE COURSE JUST LAUNCHED

Empowering urban communities: People-centred decision making for nature-based solutions!

Learn how to build #ResilientCities by recentering people in urban biodiversity management.

👉 Enroll now: learnwithicleiafrica.org/courses/empo...

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Mar 27

🌎Over half the world's population call cities home 🌆

🌳Let’s reimagine urban spaces by bringing nature back to the heart of our communities.

Read more: citieswithnature.org/bringing-nat...

#WorldHealthDay

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Mar 24

Welcome to our new cities & regions🍃🌆

#CitiesWithNature #ForNature

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · Mar 19

[coming soon] @iclei.org and the World Water Council are thrilled to announce the launch of our exclusive webinar series, “Too little, too much, too dirty”, designed to provide expert insights to share practical approaches strengthening urban resilience in the face of water-related challenges! 💧

CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Feb 28

Mark your calendars for the #CitiesWithWater webinar series exploring the theme: TOO LITTLE, TOO MUCH, TOO DIRTY 💙

Join @iclei.org & the World Water Council
📅 26 March, 13h00 CET
💧 Water scarcity
Featuring Cape Town, São Paulo, Barcelona & more

Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Mar 21

#CitiesWithNature & #RegionsWithNature BUZZ💧Water & health🌍

With #WorldWaterDay & #WorldHealthDay coming up, this edition highlights how water resilience, biodiversity & public health are intertwined to create safe & sustainable cities.

Read now & sign up for more: citieswithnature.org/buzz/

CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Feb 28

Mark your calendars for the #CitiesWithWater webinar series exploring the theme: TOO LITTLE, TOO MUCH, TOO DIRTY 💙

Join @iclei.org & the World Water Council
📅 26 March, 13h00 CET
💧 Water scarcity
Featuring Cape Town, São Paulo, Barcelona & more

Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Feb 27

🌱Funding is essential for cities to protect biodiversity.

Our new #CitiesWithNature GUIDE helps city leaders understand biodiversity finance—why it’s needed, how it works & how to apply it locally.

🔗Learn more: citieswithnature.org/tools-and-re...

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Feb 25

🌿Cities thrive when nature’s values align with citizens’ needs.

Our new #CitiesWithNature GUIDE helps you:
✅ Understand & measure nature’s diverse values
✅ Embed values for transformative change

Inspired by @IPBES, tailored for cities. Explore now: citieswithnature.org/tools-and-re...

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Feb 20

🌳 Nature is a lifeline for cities: clean air, cooler temps, fresh water and more. With climate change accelerating, urban resilience is key.

Our new #CitiesWithNature GUIDE shows how nature-based solutions can protect cities and people.

Explore now: citieswithnature.org/tools-and-re...

CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Feb 18

🌿Exciting news! Our new #CitiesWithNature GUIDES are live on the Tools & Resources page🌍

Looking for ways to enhance urban nature in your city?

Explore our database for insights on biodiversity, climate action, DRR, health & social well-being 🌇

🔗 citieswithnature.org/tools-and-re...

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Feb 5

#CitiesWithNature for wetlands 🌱 Celebrating new wetland cities!

The Convention on Wetlands just welcomed 31 new cities into its Wetland City Accreditation scheme 💚 These cities are making incredible efforts to protect & sustainably manage their urban wetlands.

🔗 www.ramsar.org/news/global-...

CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Feb 2

Happy #WorldWetlandsDay! 💚🐸💚

Human societies are intricately linked to our planet’s wetlands 🌎 These invaluable ecosystems make our existence on Earth possible.

Let’s join together in our resolute commitment to protect the world’s wetlands.

www.worldwetlandsday.org
#WWD2025

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CitiesWithNature & RegionsWithNature @citieswithnature.org · Jan 31

#CitiesWithNature 💚 #ActForWetlands

#Wetlands create habitat corridors, supporting #biodiversity. They also store carbon & act as natural #climate buffers, reducing the impacts of extreme weather events.

Wetlands are a vital ecosystem for a healthy planet & sustainable cities 🌍

#WorldWetlandsDay

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