GBIF signs a MoC with Convention on Migratory Species (CMS)
GBIF and the Convention on Migratory Species have signed an agreement to work together to develop and share biodiversity data on migratory species.
GBIF Programme Assistant appointed
In recognition of the high administrative work loads of the GBIF Secretariat Programme Officers, a Programme Assistant has been appointed in order to allow the Programme Officers to focus more on the substantive areas of their...
Strengthening of the GBIF Secretariat Informatics group
In order to expand the GBIF Secretariat Informatics capacity, The GBIF Secretariat has hired two new programmers.
GBIF participation at the IUCN World Conservation Congress
The 4th IUCN World Conservation Congress was held in Barcelona, Spain, 5-14 October 2008.
ABBIF Campaign secures 400,000 euro in additional funding
The Amazon Basin Biodiversity Information Facility (ABBIF) Campaign has secured ~€400,000 in funding support after submitting a proposal to the Andean Community of Nations.
