Focus regions

NABU is active in these regions

All over the world biodiversity is at risk, and with it people's quality of life. Nature conservation must transcend borders. Together with international partners, NABU is active in these regions: Europe, Africa, Central Asia and South East Asia.

Drone footage of the rainforest in Azagny National Park© Foto: Bruno D'Amicis

All over the world biodiversity is at risk, and with it the quality of human life. For NABU the motto “nature conservation beyond borders“” means to cooperate with international partners – always enthusiastic, with expertise and together with the local population on site.

It also means not only to believe in a sustainable future, but to create it. With our headquarters in Germany and own branches in Ethiopia and Kyrgyzstan, we enable long-term conservation projects in our project regions.

Find out how NABU is active in Europe, Africa and Asia

Europe

Lobbying in Brussels, for a new agricultural policy
Ecosystem restoration: German River Havel and EU project LIFE Multi Peat
Protection of migratory birds

Africa

Nature conservation in the hands of women: Our project Africelle in six African countries
Sustainable water, sustainable lives at Lake Tana Watershed
Forest protection in Nigeria

Central Asia

Snow leopard conservation
Community-based conservation of the saiga antelope
Environmental education

South-East Asia

Ecosystem restoration in Hutan Harapan - the "Forest of Hope", Sumatra, Indonesia
Mangrove conservation in the Bay of Tomini
Sustainable fisheries management in the heart of the Coral Triangle

Our international work

Scaling Up Peatland Restoration in the EU

LIFE SUPER EU

Peatlands are powerful carbon reservoirs. With a new project co-financed by the EU LIFE programme, NABU and its partners are setting out to transform and dramatically expand European peatland restoration, making a major contribution to the EU's climate goals.

Rescue, recovery and education

NABU rehabilitation centre in Kyrgyzstan

In the high mountains of Kyrgyzstan, NABU runs a unique rehab centre for snow leopards and other wildlife. Injured animals are treated and prepared for release here. The centre also provides environmental education for local communities.

Baglafechtweber im Kafa-Biosphärenreservat

Wild coffee and home to around 30 species

The Kafa Biosphere Reserve in Ethiopia

The Kafa Biosphere Reserve in southwestern Ethiopia is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. Here, NABU protects precious rainforest and a unique natural treasure.

Women as role models for nature conservation

AfricElle

Women play a decisive role in the fight against the climate crisis. The project AfricElle helps over 20,000 women throughout six African countries to conduct nature- and climate-friendly farming operations, and strengthens their efforts on behalf of nature.

Vision and mission

Who we are

NABU inspires people in Germany and worldwide to get involved with nature. We want future generations to enjoy a world worth living in – one that offers a great variety of habitats and species as well as good air, clean water, healthy soil and as large a reserve of natural resources as possible.