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Launched in November 2006, the Partnership is an informal and voluntary initiative, aimed at protecting migratory waterbirds, their habitat and the livelihoods of people dependent upon them.

📣 Funding Alert! World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) 2026 is officially observed on the second Saturday of May (9 May), when...
07/08/2026

📣 Funding Alert!

World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) 2026 is officially observed on the second Saturday of May (9 May), when migratory birds travel to their breeding grounds, and on the second Saturday of October (10 October), when they return to their non-breeding grounds.

This year's theme “Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter!” highlights the important role of community science (also referred to as citizen science) in the conservation of migratory birds. It shines a spotlight on people-driven efforts that are essential for bird conservation and science, celebrating how individuals, communities and organisations around the world are helping to build the knowledge base needed to better conserve migratory birds across borders.

As the second peak of World Migratory Bird Day approaches, application is now open for the WMBD Small Grant (October 2026 round). Support activities that raise awareness for migratory waterbird conservation as part of !

📅 Deadline: 26 August 2026 23:59 (KST)

✔ Details: https://eaaflyway.org/wmbd-small-grant

🦆 About World Migratory Bird Day
WMBD is an annual global awareness-raising campaign that aims to inspire the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats worldwide.

WMBD is made possible through international collaboration among the Environment for the Americas (EFTA), the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), the African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbird Agreement (AEWA), the East Asian–Australasian Flyway Partnership (EAAFP), and other international partners. The campaign is coordinated across major flyways, bringing together governments, conservation organisations, educators, scientists, and local communities to raise awareness and encourage action for migratory bird conservation.



World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) Convention on Migratory Species AEWA Environment for the Americas

📣 Learning Opportunity 📣Registration is still open for the China–Southeast Asia Mangrove Conservation and Restoration Tr...
06/08/2026

📣 Learning Opportunity 📣

Registration is still open for the China–Southeast Asia Mangrove Conservation and Restoration Training Programme, organised by the Mangrove Conservation Foundation. The online learning programme covers a range of topics including conservation and restoration, monitoring and evaluation, community engagement, policy mechanisms, and sustainable finance.

Initiated by the Mangrove Conservation Foundation, the programme invited experts to share their knowledge, case studies, and resources to enhance understanding and facilitate discussions.

The China–Southeast Asia Mangrove Conservation and Restoration Training Programme runs from July to September 2026. Mangrove and wetland managers, researchers, conservation practitioners, CEPA practitioners, community partners, and other interested parties are encouraged to sign up!

👉 https://1xi.co/2Bce7l

We celebrated another historic milestone: the 20th Anniversary of the EAAFP in Incheon, Republic of Korea. ✨During the e...
04/08/2026

We celebrated another historic milestone: the 20th Anniversary of the EAAFP in Incheon, Republic of Korea. ✨

During the event, we reflected on two decades of the Partnership and the collective efforts that have shaped our Flyway. Together, we reaffirmed our commitment to protecting migratory waterbirds, conserving their habitats, and supporting the communities dependent on them.

While the event in Incheon has come to a close, our anniversary celebrations continue throughout the year. Let us carry this renewed momentum forward as we continue working together for a connected and resilient Flyway.

Relive some of the memories we made together:
📸 https://www.flickr.com/photos/eaafp/collections/72157725259673720/

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Send in your messages, fond stories, and well wishes through of Message Wall:
💬 bit.ly/eaafp20message

Advancing the Conservation and Management of Getbol, Korean Tidal Flats 🌊 On 27 July 2026, during the 48th Session of th...
31/07/2026

Advancing the Conservation and Management of Getbol, Korean Tidal Flats 🌊

On 27 July 2026, during the 48th Session of the World Heritage Committee in Busan, the luncheon seminar “Integrated Conservation and Management of the Getbol, Korean Tidal Flats World Heritage: Experiences and Future Directions” was hosted by Ministry of Ocean and Fisheries, and organized by Korea Marine Environment Corporation (KOEM).

The seminar brought together national and international experts to share experiences, achievements, and future directions for the conservation of this globally important World Heritage site.

Opening remarks were delivered by Ms Jennifer George, Chief Executive of EAAFP, who emphasised the importance of collective action, stating “It takes us from recognition to responsibility. To sharing experience, strengthening dialogue and creating approaches to conservation and management that reflect the unique ecological and human character of this region.”

The programme featured presentations by Dr Young Nam Kim (KOEM) on the conservation and management system for Getbol, Korean Tidal Flats World Heritage, Professor Chang-Yong Choi (Seoul National University) on key results from Outstanding Universal Value (OUV) monitoring in the Republic of Korea and Mr Young-Jin Jeong (Gochang Ramsar Getbol Center) on sustainable World Heritage tourism and CEPA activities.

A panel discussion on strategic governance and future directions for Getbol, Korean Tidal Flats World Heritage brought together experts from Korea and the international conservation community, including representatives from the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries Korea, the Wadden Sea World Heritage, Eco Foundation Global, and the World Heritage Promotion Team of Korean Tidal Flats.

Through knowledge exchange and international cooperation, we can strengthen the long-term conservation and sustainable management of World Heritage tidal flat ecosystems.

🌏 The seminar Flying Beyond Borders: Conserving the Yellow Sea Tidal Flats through Transboundary Cooperation was held on...
30/07/2026

🌏 The seminar Flying Beyond Borders: Conserving the Yellow Sea Tidal Flats through Transboundary Cooperation was held on 25 July during the 48th session of the World Heritage Committee in Busan. Co-hosted by UNESCO, the World Heritage Promotion Team for Korean Tidal Flats, the World Coastal Forum Coordination Group (WCF), and the Yancheng Wetland and Natural World Heritage Conservation and Management Center (Yancheng Heritage Center), the event highlighted the importance of transboundary cooperation for conserving the Yellow Sea tidal flats and migratory waterbirds.

Jennifer George, Chief Executive of the , presented The Yellow Sea Resolution: A Milestone for Flyway-Wide Tidal Flat Protection, emphasising that World Heritage recognition is a shared responsibility and a catalyst for stronger partnerships and conservation action across the EAA Flyway.

Jinnie Choi, Secretary-General of the World Heritage Promotion Team for Korean Tidal Flats, presented on the proposed extension of , Korean Tidal Flats (Phase II). Dr John Mackinnon highlighted the ecological importance of coastal wetlands in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea and conservation progress in China's Yellow Sea coastal wetlands, while Qijiang Wu, Director of the Yancheng Heritage Center, shared perspectives on China's Yellow Sea coastal wetlands and opportunities for cooperation.

The panel discussion, chaired by Tim Badman, Director of World Heritage at IUCN, explored the future of Yellow Sea tidal flat conservation. Panellists emphasised the need for stronger cooperation among the Republic of Korea, China and the DPRK, science-based research, and enhanced synergies among UNESCO, the EAAFP and the Convention on Wetlands.

The seminar concluded with the announcement of the Busan Statement on Cooperation for the Conservation of the Tidal Flats and Coastal Wetlands of the Yellow Sea, establishing a voluntary, non-binding framework to support knowledge exchange and collaboration to safeguard the Yellow Sea’s tidal flats, coastal wetlands and migratory waterbirds.

Together, we can safeguard these globally important wetlands for generations to come.

Mangroves are among the world's most valuable coastal ecosystems, supporting biodiversity, climate resilience, and local...
29/07/2026

Mangroves are among the world's most valuable coastal ecosystems, supporting biodiversity, climate resilience, and local livelihoods. 🍃

To celebrate World Mangrove Day, the EAAFP, WWF Hong Kong, the ASEAN Flyway Network (through the National Parks Board of Singapore and the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity), with support from the Asia-Pacific Network for Global Change Research, brought together experts from across the Flyway to explore integrated management practices and on-the-ground experiences in conserving mangroves for both migratory waterbirds and the people who depend on them.

Jennifer George, Chief Executive of the EAAFP, opened the webinar by emphasising the importance of mangroves in maintaining ecological connectivity. She highlighted that international cooperation plays a key role in ensuring these ecosystems remain healthy, connected, and resilient.

Shufen Yang, Chair of the ASEAN Flyway Network and Director of Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, Flyway Network Site [EAAF073], Singapore, encouraged participants to continue learning from one another by sharing knowledge and experiences to strengthen efforts to protect these important habitats.

Syifa Wiranti from Indonesia's Ministry of Forestry presented an overview of the country's efforts to restore and sustainably manage its vast mangrove forests, highlighting how healthy mangroves support biodiversity, strengthen climate resilience, and benefit local communities.

Patthapee Prathoomwong from the Bangpu Nature Education Centre, Thailand, shared how decades of habitat management, public engagement, and bird monitoring have transformed the site into an internationally recognised haven for migratory waterbirds. Bangpu Nature Education Centre [EAAF157] was officially designated as a Flyway Network Site in 2025.

Khwankhao Sinhaseni from the Bird Conservation Society of Thailand shared the organisation's experience in bringing together science, local partnerships, and site-based conservation from Pak Thale – Laem Phak Bia [EAAF121] to support migratory waterbirds across interconnected coastal habitats.

Discussions during the webinar also explored the relationship between mangroves and mudflats. While mangroves provide important roosting, breeding, and nursery habitats for many species, participants emphasised that poorly planned mangrove expansion or restoration can impact the intertidal mudflats that many migratory waterbirds rely on for feeding. Speakers highlighted the need for balanced, site-specific management that maintains the natural mosaic of coastal ecosystems and supports the diverse needs of migratory waterbirds throughout the Flyway.

Many thanks to our co-organisers, speakers, their respective organisations, and everyone who joined us live!

🎥 Watch the recording here: https://youtu.be/7mY3-yZgYsk

EAAFP Black-faced Spoonbill Working Group members, collaborators, and supporters recently came together to celebrate pro...
29/07/2026

EAAFP Black-faced Spoonbill Working Group members, collaborators, and supporters recently came together to celebrate progress on the updated 3rd International Black-faced Spoonbill Action Plan and build momentum for the next stage: turning the Plan into action.

Building on the success of previous action plans, which have contributed to the recovery of the species, the 3rd Action Plan sets out policies, management measures, and CEPA ,strategies to ensure the long-term conservation of the Black-faced Spoonbill.

The workshop provided an opportunity to exchange ideas on practical implementation approaches, discuss challenges that may arise, and explore collaborative solutions.

The 3rd Action Plan will soon be endorsed and made available on the EAAFP website. Watch this space for its release and join us for the next chapter of collective action for the Black-faced Spoonbill! 🩵

💙 EAAFP participated in Birdwatchers’ Day, held in Gochang on 17–18 July.The event took place at the Gochang Tidal Flats...
28/07/2026

💙 EAAFP participated in Birdwatchers’ Day, held in Gochang on 17–18 July.

The event took place at the Gochang Tidal Flats [EAAF153], an Flyway Network Site in the Republic of Korea. Held during the hot Korean summer, Birdwatchers’ Day encouraged people to discover birdwatching and appreciate the beauty and ecological importance of tidal flats through engaging activities.

Participants joined educational sessions on binocular use, bird ringing, and bird identification, along with interactive and eco-friendly activities including cooking experiences inspired by tidal flat organisms, and making keyrings from reused plastic materials.

The event was supported by the local community, including residents and restaurant owners who became educators and shared their knowledge, showing that conservation can start with individual actions and community participation.

One participant shared “Before this event, my children were hesitant about visiting tidal flats. After taking part, they really enjoyed the activities and asked when we could visit the tidal flats!” 🌟

Through its outreach booth, EAAFP shared stories of partnership and the habitats protected through the efforts of communities, governments, researchers, and many other partners.

EAAFP also introduced this year’s World Migratory Bird Day message, “Every bird counts - Your observations matter!” and encouraged everyone to become a changemaker for migratory waterbird conservation.

Together, we can protect migratory birds and their habitats through awareness, observation, and action. 🦆

🌟 On 15 July, the Flyway Site Managers' Workshop, organised by the National Institute of Biological Resources (NIBR), Re...
27/07/2026

🌟 On 15 July, the Flyway Site Managers' Workshop, organised by the National Institute of Biological Resources (NIBR), Republic of Korea, convened Flyway Network Site managers to exchange knowledge and strengthen site management across the East Asian–Australasian Flyway.

The workshop opened with remarks from Dr Kyung-Jin Lee, Director General of the Biodiversity Research Department at NIBR, Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment, Republic of Korea, and Jennifer George, Chief Executive of the EAAFP Secretariat.

The programme featured presentations from Ms Joyce Mak, Nature Reserve Officer, Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD), the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, who shared Hong Kong's experience in Flyway Site management. Ms Vivian Fu, Senior Manager at WWF-Hong Kong, presented the policy, site management, and CEPA initiatives at the Mai Po – Inner Deep Bay Flyway Network Site [EAAF003].

Dr Hwajung Kim, Researcher at the National Institute of Biological Resources (NIBR), provided practical guidance on the use and updating of the Site Information Sheet ( ), supporting site managers in maintaining accurate and up-to-date information for their Flyway Network Sites.

Flyway Site Managers from Incheon City, Yeoncheon County, Seosan County, Suncheon City and Ulsan City presented their site management practices, fostering valuable peer learning and collaboration.

Effective site-level management is fundamental to maintaining healthy habitats for migratory waterbirds. By strengthening the management of individual Flyway Network Sites, we reinforce the ecological connections that sustain migratory species across the Flyway.

Together, we can connect birds, habitats, and support livelihoods. 🌿

✨ The expansion of Getbol, Korean Tidal Flats (Phase II) was officially approved at the 48th Session of the UNESCO World...
26/07/2026

✨ The expansion of Getbol, Korean Tidal Flats (Phase II) was officially approved at the 48th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee on 25 July 2026.

Building on its first inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage property in 2021, the expanded property strengthens the existing component sites in Seocheon [Flyway Network Site, EAAF101], Gochang [EAAF153], Shinan [EAAF146], and Boseong–Suncheon [EAAF079]. It also incorporates the tidal flats of Yeosu, Goheung and parts of Muan into the serial property, while adding Seosan and Muan Hamhae Bay as new component sites. Getbol, Korean Tidal Flats now comprises six component sites forming a single serial World Heritage property.

The inscription recognises the property's Outstanding Universal Value (OUV) and reinforces its ecological integrity and connectivity, strengthening the conservation of internationally important habitats along the eastern Yellow Sea for migratory waterbirds of the East Asian–Australasian Flyway (hashtag ), particularly migratory shorebirds that depend on these tidal flats as critical stopover sites.

This achievement reflects the sustained commitment and collaboration of national and local governments, scientists, local communities, civil society, and international partners working together to conserve these globally significant coastal wetlands for present and future generations. “No single site or country can conserve migratory species alone. Through coordinated action across borders, we can protect the connected habitats upon which both birds and people depend." Jennifer George, Chief Executive of hashtag said during EAAFP's official intervention at the plenary.

Continued efforts remain essential. While this inscription marks a significant milestone, extensive areas of Getbol, Korean Tidal Flats remain outside the boundaries of the World Heritage property.

The inscription represents an important milestone, while reinforcing the shared responsibility to ensure the long-term conservation and wise use of these exceptional tidal flat ecosystems.

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