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    • GETTING READY

       

         Learning Objectives

         At the end of this course, you will be able to:

       1. Describe the core components and mechanisms established by the Convention.

       2. Explain the three Appendices of the Convention.

         Instructions

        • Download the Course Syllabus to have all the information and the completion  requirement of this course.

        • The Course Workbook will help you navigate the course as you go throughout the different lessons.
                  

              Course Syllabus

      Course Workbook

    • LESSON 1

      INTRODUCTION

        Learning Objectives

         At the end of this lesson, you will be able to: 

        • Explain the context and need to regulate international wildlife trade, and the main steps taken towards the adoption of CITES.

        • Describe the main objectives of CITES.

        • Identify and describe the main CITES bodies and their functions.


      Interactive Module

    • LESSON 2

      SCOPE OF APPLICATION

        Learning Objectives

         At the end of this lesson, you will be able to: 

        • Define the main terms relating to species and specimens.

        • Explain how the three CITES Appendices function.

                                                                                  

      Interactive Module

    • LESSON 3

      IMPLEMENTATION

        Learning Objectives

         At the end of this lesson, you will be able to: 

        • Identify the roles and functions of the Management and Scientific Authorities. 

        • Describe the CITES permitting system.

        • Explain the features of a Non-Detriment Finding.

      Interactive module

    • LESSON 4

      COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT

        Learning Objectives

         At the end of this lesson, you will be able to: 

      • Give examples of potential measures to address non-compliance.

      • Explain the importance of CITES in tackling illicit trafficking in wildlife.

       Resources 

      Interactive module

    • LESSON 5

      SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND THE FUTURE

        Learning Objectives

         At the end of this lesson, you will be able to: 

      • Illustrate how CITES meets the spirit and objectives of the SDGs through its emphasis on sustainable use.

      • Identify the priorities of CITES moving forward.

       Resources 

      Interactive module

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