State & NGO Members
The CIC is the only international hunting organisation composed of nation states and member NGOs.
State members are pivotal to the identity and functions of the CIC. As the only international hunting organisation composed of nation states, the CIC holds a distinct position in promoting sustainable hunting and wildlife conservation on a global scale, engaging in the high-level discussions that shape international policy on wildlife management and sustainable use.
State members bring authoritative perspectives and resources to the table, enabling the CIC to act as a credible advisor to global conventions such as CITES and the Convention on Biological Diversity. This ensures the principles of sustainable use are embedded in international environmental policy, to the benefit of ecosystems and biodiversity worldwide.
Our State Members
Conservation champions in over 80 countries
The CIC's reach spans every inhabited continent. The flags below are illustrative of the international community the CIC convenes in the service of sustainable use.
How state membership strengthens the CIC
The participation of sovereign states grants the CIC a legitimacy and reach unmatched among conservation bodies.
Enhanced Influence & Advocacy
State participation grants the CIC greater legitimacy within international fora, enabling it to advocate effectively for hunting communities and sustainable use at global conventions and policy meetings.
Green Diplomacy & Local Impact
State members bridge international policy arenas and local contexts, ensuring sustainable hunting practices are appropriately tailored and applied within different countries.
A Platform for Knowledge Exchange
Annual meetings and dedicated sessions give state representatives an exclusive forum to exchange experience and discuss sensitive topics, fostering collaboration and shared best practice.
Support Against Anti-Hunting Movements
State membership strengthens the CIC's ability to defend sustainable hunting, offering a unified platform to counter misinformation and ensure hunters' contributions to conservation are recognised.
Access to Expertise & Innovation
As a respected advisory body, the CIC gives state members access to extensive conservation expertise, aiding practical wildlife management and informed policy decisions at every level.
A Distinct Position
No other hunting organisation convenes nation states in this way. It is this composition that allows the CIC to speak with authority on the world stage.
The role and contributions of NGO members
Non-governmental organisations bring diverse perspectives and specialised knowledge that enrich the CIC's promotion of sustainable use.
01 Diverse Representation & Voting Rights
Each NGO holds one representative and one vote in the General Assembly, ensuring a wide range of stakeholder views are considered in decision-making.
02 Grassroots Engagement & Local Advocacy
Operating at grassroots level, NGO members provide essential insight into local conservation challenges, enhancing implementation of sustainable use principles on the ground.
03 Education & Awareness
NGOs organise and take part in symposia, workshops and public events that raise awareness of sustainable hunting and the role of hunters in healthy ecosystems.
04 Strengthening International Partnerships
The presence of NGOs fosters collaboration with other conservation entities and international organisations, amplifying the CIC's impact on global biodiversity efforts.
Examples of our members
A snapshot of the wide-ranging and diverse membership that gives the CIC its strength and effectiveness.
State Members
AustriaFederal Ministry of Agriculture, Regions and Tourism
FinlandMinistry of Agriculture and Forestry
NamibiaMinistry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism
SpainMinistry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food
NGO Members
European Landowners Organisation (ELO)Belgium
Wild Sheep FoundationUnited States- Finnish Bowhunting AssociationFinland
- Royal Saint-Hubert Club of Belgium (RSHCB)Belgium
Add your voice to global conservation
Together, state and NGO members ensure the principles of sustainable use are upheld and that the voices of hunters and conservationists are heard on the world stage.