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IWC66: Final Thoughts
Whaling does not rank among the top conservation issues affecting cetaceans in most people’s minds, but it takes constant vigilance and action to keep it from expanding again.
Day Five: The Wrap Up
10.28.16
Most of the day was spent working on finance and administration details, formally accepting committee reports that have been presented throughout the week...
Day Four: The Vaquita Resolution Passes
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Day Two of the biennial meeting of the International Whaling Commission quickly got off to a disappointing start for the conservation community; the proposed South Atlantic Whale Sanctuary failed to be approved.
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Day One: The slow start brought a proposal and two draft resolutions
10.24.16
Day One: Today's proposals included a *Proposal to Create a South Atlantic Whale Sanctuary* presented by Brazil (to be voted on Tuesday), and two resolutions: *Enhancing the Effectiveness of the International Whaling Commission* and *Improving the Review Process for Whaling under Special Permit* - read the full report for details...
Preparations are Under Way
10.23.16
As hundreds of children deftly sailed their tiny sabots just offshore and delegates from around the world continued to pick up their ID badges for IWC66, representatives of the many NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations) held a strategy meeting to coordinate efforts and share information.
Arrival in Slovenia
10.22.16
It is important to understand from the beginning what the IWC is and what it is not.
American Cetacean Society
The mission of the American Cetacean Society is to protect whales, dolphins, porpoises, and their habitats through public education, research grants, and conservation actions.