Update: Please register for Tourism Workshop here. This workshop is now taking place online from 14:00-17:00 BST on 13th August. There are still places available for online participants.

Join us for this important workshop hosted by Fauna & Flora, IUCN and TNFD as part of the new Invasive Alien Species (IAS) Collaborative Initiative, focused on opportunities for the tourism sector to lead in tackling one of the top five drivers of biodiversity loss.

Why IAS Matter to Tourism

From travel and hospitality to destination management and ecotourism, invasive alien species pose real risks to tourism businesses. Whether it’s the degradation of iconic natural sites, disruption of local ecosystems, or increased costs and reputational risks, IAS can directly impact the experiences and environments that tourism depends on.

This workshop will explore how tourism can be a powerful lever for change – and how your organisation can play a role.

What we will cover

Expert insights into how the tourism sector contributes to the spread of IAS and how they are impacting destinations and tourism operations globally.
Case studies from businesses already taking action on IAS and the benefits they’re achieving – for climate resilience, biodiversity and local employment.

Discussion with peers on IAS challenges and opportunities.

Consultation to feed into IAS-indicators and metrics for the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD).

Please register to join us for this important discussion. We look forward to your participation.

Contact: iascollaborativeinitiative@fauna-flora.org

Invasive Species & Business: The Tourism Sector