International Day for Biological Diversity - 22 May 2015 - Biodiversity for Sustainable Development


Society for Wildlife and Nature International (SWAN)
The Society for Wildlife and Nature International (SWAN) celebrates the International Day for Biodiversity in Taiwan, including photographic exhibition, speeches and symposiums. Also, a national biodiversity education workshop, which has been held every year since 2003, will be held in July and August.

SWAN is a non-profit, non-governmental organization, founded in 1982 in Taiwan by scholars, legislators, businessmen, students and nature lovers who shared a keen concern for wildlife and the natural environment. Our objective includes:

  1. The conservation, study, and cultivation of wild animals and plants.
  2. The protection of natural scenery and habitats.
  3. Research and prevention of environmental pollution.
  4. Providing guidance and information for nature conservation.
  5. Promoting public awareness, training and education of nature conservation.
  6. International cooperation