Natura 2000 Biogeographical Process 2 nd Mediterranean Natura

Natura 2000 Biogeographical Process 2 nd Mediterranean Natura 2000 Seminar Limassol, Cyprus, 14 to 16 November 2017

Opening Session - welcome & introductions, the Natura 2000 Biogeographical Process in context Mr. Nicos Kouyialis Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development & Environment Mr. Lefkios Sergides Director of Terra Cypria, the Cyprus conservation foundation Mr François Kremer Policy Coordinator Natura 2000, European Commission, DG Environment Natura 2000 Biogeographical Process 2 nd Mediterranean Natura 2000 Seminar - 14 to 16 Nov 2017 , Limassol, Cyprus

2 nd Mediterranean Natura 2000 Seminar - programme overview Day 1 – Opening & site visits Day 2 – Start in plenary, 6 x case study presentations 4 x Thematic working groups – two sessions 11. 30 to 18. 00 Knowledge Market (c. 25 ‘stalls’) Evening reception Day 3 – All in plenary / feedback from each working group and discussion. Objective – to produce a “Mediterranean Roadmap “ of future cooperation actions which will measurably contribute to progress in achieving (favourable/ improved) conservation status & strengthened (practical) implementation of Natura 2000 Biogeographical Process 2 nd Mediterranean Natura 2000 Seminar - 14 to 16 Nov 2017 , Limassol, Cyprus

Four Thematic Working Groups Chairs & Facilitators 1. Assessment and sustainable development of ecosystems Chair: Javier Cabello Facilitator: Teresa Pastor 2. Conservation objectives, monitoring and evaluation Chair: Mora Aronsson Facilitator: Diego Garcia Ventura 3. Effective governance models for integrated approaches to implement Natura 2000 Chair: Lydia Alvanou Facilitator: Jinthe Roelofs 4. Addressing threats and pressures to Mediterranean habitats and species Chair: Takis Tsintides Facilitator: Kristijan Civic Natura 2000 Biogeographical Process 2 nd Mediterranean Natura 2000 Seminar - 14 to 16 Nov 2017 , Limassol, Cyprus

Key steps … Each Seminar involves 4 key steps. The programme is structured to allow you to share your experiences and decide what outcomes would be most useful following this Seminar. Steps Outcomes 1 State where we are currently Know what practical measures and actions are required to maintain or improve habitats’ condition and status. 2 Discuss possible solutions Common problems and issues defined and scope for cooperative actions identified. 3 Agree what we need to do together Collaborative actions for shared priorities, matched by commitments to act on the priorities so that work gets done. 4 Produce a ‘roadmap’ Confirm what, when, where & who (where possible) of follow -up actions (the actions that you decide would be of most value to you and your colleagues). Through workshops, study visits, expert meetings etc. and by using the Natura 2000 Platform – e. g. share news about your projects, your experience, ‘sign-up’ your organisation/ yourself, provide a news article, promote available guidance etc. A Network & Communicate: C Share knowledge and best practice, publish results of T networking events Natura 2000 Biogeographical Process 2 nd Mediterranean Natura 2000 Seminar - 14 to 16 Nov 2017 , Limassol, Cyprus

The Natura 2000 Biogeographical Process – some key points l We know a lot about how to manage Natura 2000, but we need to know more! – Pooling resources, including experience, will help others and also develop new know how; – Natura 2000 is a network of sites and people - the Process opens new opportunities to manage sites collectively and ‘connectedly’. l Participants and contributors share practical management information & experience to build new know-how: – Identify common priorities/ major issues where there is scope & value to collaborate – Decide together where cooperation can add value and have positive impacts l l The Process is long-term & continuing – seminars are milestone events, designed to spark new networking and knowledge-building Involvement is voluntary, but the Process provides added-value means to increase focus on shared strategic outcomes. Natura 2000 Biogeographical Process 2 nd Mediterranean Natura 2000 Seminar - 14 to 16 Nov 2017 , Limassol, Cyprus

Site visits 10: 30 – 19: 00 (approximately) PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING: l l l WATER SUITABLE OUTDOOR CLOTHING & FOOTWARE CAMERA BINOCULARS YOUR CURIOSITY AND (SHARED) EXPERIENCES! Enjoy your day! Natura 2000 Biogeographical Process 2 nd Mediterranean Natura 2000 Seminar - 14 to 16 Nov 2017 , Limassol, Cyprus