During the remarks from Tim Worth (Under Secretary of State, U.S Department of State, 1994) at the First Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), on December 7th 1994, it was stated that “Coral reefs serve as natural indicators of the health of coastal zones, have been cited as possible indicators of climate change, and are valued contributors to economies the world over through their contributions to recreation and tourism. Indeed, their biological and economic richness has led many to observe that coral reefs are the rainforests of the ocean.” And in response to pressures placed on coral reefs and prompted by concerns for their future, the International Coral Reef Initiative was established by eight founding Nations – Australia, France, Jamaica, Japan, the Philippines, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America.
Over the past three decades, ICRI has been at the forefront of global efforts to protect and conserve coral reefs, the vibrant ecosystems that support marine biodiversity and livelihoods around the world.
Join us on our journey through time as we highlight some key milestones, achievements, and initiatives that have shaped coral reef conservation since ICRI’s inception. Each moment captured in this timeline reflects the dedication and collaboration of individuals and organisations united in the mission to safeguard our planet’s invaluable coral reef ecosystems.
Access resources and communication material to join and support the #ICRI30 celebrations, amplifying the longevity of 30 years #ForCoral, alongside key ICRI documents.
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