Edward van Asch

#ICCWC Coordinator @CITES | PhD, University of Sheffield | #wildlifecrime, #IWT, #TOC, #criminology | Views my own | RT not endorsement

[Edward van Asch @edwardvanasch]

Pleasure to introduce @ICCWC, highlight some key achievements of countries to combat #wildlifecrime and the Consortium's Vision 2030 during the #ICCWC Global Conference on IWT

Here are some highlights!

#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime #FromSeizureToProsecution

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

Earlier today, #ICCWC met with the European Parliament delegation in the margins of #CITESCoP20 🇪🇺

Wildlife crime & ICCWC’s work to support countries was discussed including the EU’s long-standing role as a key funder of ICCWC projects.

#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

Inspiring discussions at today’s #ICCWC side event at #CITESCoP20, marking 15 years of collective action against #wildlifecrime.

Madagascar, Mexico, Nigeria, New Zealand & South Africa shared their experiences of ICCWC support while ICCWC partners highlighted the global impact of our work🌎 #TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[UNODC Environment Team @UNODC_ENV]

Countries can learn from the phased approach taken by Uganda to build sustainable wildlife DNA forensic capacity to tackle wildlife & forest crime.

At #CITESCoP20 #ICCWC side event today, UWA Director @TumwesigyeC shared the success of the their lab & Magistrate @GKamasanyu commented on the positive impact this has had in the courtroom.

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

The 2nd #ICCWC side event at #CITESCoP20 highlighted how quality data, online crime insights & global collaboration strengthen the fight against wildlife trafficking.

We heard examples from Namibia & New Zealand and insights on wildlife crime linked to the Internet from @GI_TOC📈💻

#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

🌍More than halfway through #CITESCoP20 in Samarkand with decisions on big cats, trees, sea cucumbers, sharks and more.

Read an update on what's happened so far incl on #ICCWC⤵️
https://t.co/QvOBx7ve6Y

#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

In 2012 and 2016, #ICCWC launched its first flagship tools in response to the growing recognition that wildlife & forest crime was becoming more organized, transnational and linked to other serious crimes.

Now, as ICCWC celebrates 15 years, we're looking back at 15 achievements towards a world free of wildlife crime ➡️ https://t.co/Q0Oh0ym0ti

Find all ICCWC tools here 📚 https://t.co/fkVy9Ous7w

#ICCWC15 #TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

Organized crime thrives on corruption and economic crime, which sustain its operations, conceal its profits and expands its reach.

Following the money helps expose corruption and dismantle criminal networks, including those involved in #wildlifecrime.

#StopOrganizedCrime #UnitedAgainstCorruption
#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

Pangolins. Tigers. Tortoises. Rosewood.

All exploited in a lucrative criminal trade worth billions.

The cost? Our planet’s most vulnerable species.

Follow the money.

#StopOrganizedCrime
#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

Today marks a major milestone in the global fight against wildlife crime, as #ICCWC celebrates its 15-year anniversary!

Read about our journey & take a look at 15 achievements accomplished over 15 years ⤵️
https://t.co/GtjrByTk1o

#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

The @CITES Rhinoceros Enforcement Task Force meeting kicked off yesterday in beautiful Pretoria, South Africa, hosted by @environmentza with support from #ICCWC 🦏

Guided by CITES Decision 19.120, meeting participants will be sharing their expertise to strengthen the global response to rhino poaching and trafficking - two serious crimes that threaten these animals.

Stay tuned for the outcomes of the meeting!

#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[Environmentza @environmentza]

DFFE in partnership with @CITES and @ICCWC_WFC will over the course of this week be hosting the CITES Rhinoceros Enforcement Task Force Meeting in Pretoria.

#RhinoConservation #NotOnOurWatch

[UNODC Environment Team @UNODC_ENV]

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Olga Kuzmianok Wagenaar, a cherished member of the UNODC Environment Team and tireless advocate for our planet. Her legacy inspires us, and we will honour her by continuing the work she cared for so deeply. Rest in peace dear Olga.

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

CORRECT ANSWER: D (All of the above)

Find out more about #ICCWC:

🌐 https://t.co/J5NvjpVURO
📖 ICCWC Menu of Services https://t.co/qqeOBQUXhC
✨ICCWC Vision 2030 https://t.co/Nl8yCIjqK8

#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

The illegal wildlife trade is a global crisis with serious impacts across the world.

#ICCWC partners work together to support countries to combat #wildlifecrime.

Read more: https://t.co/J5NvjpVURO

#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

This #WorldWildlifeDay, we’re highlighting #ICCWC donors #InvestingInPeopleAndPlanet!

@DefraNature is supporting the #ICCWC Vision 2030 - our roadmap towards a world free of #wildlifecrime.

📰Read more: https://t.co/UhMAWtDdQr

🌍ICCWC Vision: https://t.co/Nl8yCIjYzG

#WWD2025

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

This #WorldWildlifeDay, we’re highlighting #ICCWC donors #InvestingInPeopleAndPlanet!

@EU_Partnerships recently committed €27M to fight organised wildlife crime, strengthening global efforts to protect biodiversity.

📰 Read more: https://t.co/4dxrZ7OKgg

#WWD2025

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

Join the @UN #WorldWildlifeDay 2025 celebration online today!

📺Livestream: https://t.co/2yPDqcNCzR
🕐 10AM - 12PM CET
📅 Today, 3 March 2025

#WWD2025 #WildlifeConservationFinance #InvestingInPeopleAndPlanet

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

Today is #WorldWildlifeDay!🐘🦜🌸

What is the added value of investing in #ICCWC to combat #wildlifecrime?

A: Countries strengthen their criminal justice systems
B: National, regional & international coordination
C: Specific tools to combat wildlife crime
D: All of the above

[UN Office on Drugs & Crime @UNODC]

📢News
The new GUARD Wildlife initiative will protect wildlife by disrupting crime and reducing demand.

@ICCWC_WFC partners, @CITES, @INTERPOL_HQ, @WCO_OMD and UNODC, civil society and @EU_Partnerships join forces to #EndWildlifeCrime.

➡️https://t.co/xlE1IatzH4

[ICCWC @ICCWC_WFC]

Today #ICCWC reported to @CITES #SC78 on the progress that the Consortium has made to support countries to combat #wildlifecrime and thanked donors for supporting the Vision 2030.
🇪🇺🇲🇨🇬🇧🇺🇸

Read the ICCWC Document 38.2 ➡️https://t.co/dq7zmm1rGp

#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime