Synchrony on the Reef: Margaux co-leads New Research on Environmental Drivers of Coral Spawning in the Maldives
A comprehensive study, co-led by Margaux during her time at Reefscapers and finalised while she was with Blue Pangolin Consulting (BPC), sheds light on one of the most spectacular and ecologically vital phenomena in the ocean: the synchronised mass spawning of corals. This study—spanning more than three years and two Maldivian atolls has revealed how […]
Margaux Facilitates IUCN WCC Online Motion Discussion
In the lead-up to the IUCN World Conservation Congress (WCC) 2025, Margaux was appointed as a Facilitator for the online discussions of draft motions submitted by IUCN Members. In this capacity, she supported open and inclusive dialogue on proposed motions, helping build consensus across the Union’s diverse membership. As part of her facilitation, Margaux provided […]
Francis Joins IUCN Green List Expert Group for Mediterranean MPAs
Earlier this year, Francis was appointed as a member of the newly formed Expert Assessment Group for the Green List (EAGL) for Mediterranean Marine Protected and Conserved Areas. The EAGL is a key component of the IUCN Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas programme. EAGLs are established in each jurisdiction participating in the Green List programme […]
Margaux joins the Global Ecosystem-Based Adaptation Project (TROPICAL ADAPT) Advisory Board
We are pleased to share that in January 2025 Margaux was appointed as an Advisory Board member for the Ecosystem-Based Adaptation for Coastal Regions Worldwide (TROPICAL ADAPT) project. This places her at the heart of a growing global effort to strengthen climate resilience in tropical and subtropical coastal regions through nature-based solutions. The TROPICAL ADAPT […]
Francis Serves on Selection Committee for Artelia’s Ocean Conservation Awards
In January 2025, to mark the Year of the Sea, the Artelia Foundation launched its annual call for projects entitled ‘Acting for the ocean: riding the wave of innovation and resilience’. The purpose of this call for projects was to support initiatives aimed at protecting the oceans and conserving marine biodiversity while simultaneously combating marine […]
Reef Futures 2024: Advancing Solutions for Coral Reef Conservation
Reef Futures took place from 9th – 13th December 2024, in Quintana Roo, Mexico. Hosted by the Coral Restoration Consortium at Iberostar Group Hotels, the global conference centred on coral reef restoration, and brought together scientists, restoration practitioners, policymakers, and community leaders to tackle the growing challenges faced by coral reef ecosystems. The conference focused […]
Margaux Joins IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA)
Margaux joins Francis and Tom in being selected to join the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA). The WCPA, a leading global network of conservation professionals, works to develop and provide scientific and technical advice and policy that promotes a representative, effectively managed, and equitably governed global system […]
Women Leaders Champion Coral Reef Conservation at CBD COP16
Blue Pangolin Consulting’s Project Officer, Margaux, and International Policy and Advocacy Manager at the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI), co-authored the article Leading Women #ForCoral at CBD COP16 to highlight the transformative role women are playing in coral reef conservation, and underscores the critical link between gender equity and sustainable marine biodiversity outcomes. The piece […]
Securing a Future for Nature and Coral Reefs: CBD COP16 in Colombia
Blue Pangolin Consulting, as the designated administrative representative to the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI), attended the Sixteenth Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP16), Cali, Colombia, to support and amplify global efforts for coral reef conservation. Representing ICRI, the team engaged in high-level discussions, facilitated key events—including the #ForCoral […]
Francis and Tom join the IUCN SSC Coral Specialist Group
In a move that underscores their dedication to coral conservation, Francis and Tom have been appointed to the IUCN SSC Coral Specialist Group (CSG), adding their expertise to a collective effort aimed at safeguarding one of the planet’s most vital ecosystems. The CSG serves as a beacon of collaboration, uniting leading scientists, practitioners, and conservationists […]
