The CIC
The International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation (CIC) is a non-profit international NGO dedicated to advocating for biodiversity conservation through the sustainable use of wildlife resources. As one of the oldest conservation organizations in the world, the CIC currently represents 27 government bodies and has a membership of over 1,800 individuals. Today, the CIC is active in more than 80 countries.
Mission
To promote and support the conservation of wildlife and related landscapes, local communities, and traditions through sustainable use including hunting.
Vision
A world where wildlife is valued and conserved as part of nature for the benefit of humanity.
Priority Areas
The CIC is active in key areas essential to achieving its mission. With updated Statutes in 2022, the organisation is poised to make greater contributions towards sustainable development goals through its ongoing work in biodiversity conservation.
Nature Conservation through Sustainable Use: CIC supports the conservation of habitats and species by promoting the sustainable use of wildlife resources, including responsible hunting practices.
Global Knowledge Sharing: CIC disseminates best practices and knowledge on nature conservation and sustainable use, reaching stakeholders and communities worldwide.
Engaging the Public, Especially Youth: By fostering a deeper understanding of nature and natural processes, CIC aims to inspire a lifelong commitment to conservation among young people.
Advancing Scientific Research: CIC encourages scientific and academic research in wildlife biology and management to inform conservation efforts and wildlife policies.
Protecting Cultural Heritage: CIC safeguards local customs and practices related to wildlife management, recognising their invaluable contributions to both natural and cultural heritage.
Promoting Wildlife Management and Ecosystem Health: CIC underscores the role of wildlife managers in sustaining healthy ecosystems and supports the “One Health” approach, linking wildlife conservation to human and environmental health.
Supporting Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities: CIC provides a platform for Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities, advocating for their active involvement in environmental decision-making at the international level.
Habitat Restoration and Rewilding: In alignment with the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, CIC champions efforts to restore and enhance wildlife habitats through ecosystem restoration and rewilding initiatives.
Our Work
Recognition as an International Inter-Governmental Observer: CIC holds observer status at major United Nations environmental conventions (AEWA, Bern Convention, CBD, CITES, CMS) and is a member of IUCN, allowing us to actively contribute to global wildlife management policies.
Founding the Collaborative Partnership on Sustainable Wildlife Management (CPW): CIC co-founded the CPW, a platform uniting organisations from various sectors of wildlife management, including food security, health, wildlife trade, and conservation, to address interconnected challenges collaboratively.
Championing Indigenous Voices: CIC provides platforms for Indigenous peoples and local communities to participate in environmental decision-making, amplifying their perspectives at events and press conferences.
Collaborating on Key International Projects: Working alongside esteemed global organisations, such as the FAO and WOAH, CIC advances wildlife management initiatives to ensure balanced, evidence-based approaches.
Providing Technical Expertise: Offering guidance on wildlife management at the state level, CIC helps shape policies that promote sustainable practices and biodiversity protection.
Promoting Game Meat: CIC supports game meat as a sustainable and healthy alternative to factory-farmed products, exemplified by our “CIC World Game Cookbook,” which introduces diverse game recipes and the concept of a sustainable value chain to a wide audience.
Celebrating Hunting Culture and Heritage: CIC champions the recognition of hunting culture—including art, falconry, and traditions—as an invaluable form of intangible cultural heritage.