North American Collaboration Task Force

Our Mission

Expand and enhance the North American collaborative nature of NAPPC. Brainstorm how to engage more participation from Canada, Mexico, First Nations, and Indigenous territories, Central America, and the Caribbean. Work on the translation of materials and support existing North American-wide strategies for pollinators. This group will attempt to bring more participation to NAPPC from underrepresented regions/countries in North America and explore methods of making the conference more relevant to all parties across the continent.

Our Goals

  1. Promote cross-border initiatives that protect and restore pollinator habitats in North America.

  2. Enhance knowledge-sharing by fostering communication and collaboration among diverse stakeholders, including scientists, educators, government agencies, NGOs, and community leaders in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

  3. Increase the accessibility of pollinator conservation resources by translating materials into multiple languages and adapting them for regional relevance.

  4. Promote policies that reflect the interconnected nature of pollinator ecosystems across borders.

  5. Empower communities by providing tools, workshops, and outreach programs that raise awareness about the vital role of pollinators in maintaining biodiversity and food security.

Accomplishments

  1. Trilateral LOI on Pollinators between Canada, the U.S., and Mexico is awaiting signing at the upcoming 2025 Trilateral Committee for Wildlife and Ecosystem Conservation and Management meeting.

History

The North American Collaboration Task Force was established as part of the North American Pollinator Protection Campaign to address the urgent need for a coordinated response to pollinator decline. Recognizing the interconnected nature of ecosystems across borders, the Task Force was founded with the goal of uniting efforts among the United States, Mexico, and Canada. By creating a shared platform for collaboration, the initiative ensures that strategies are comprehensive and inclusive, reflecting the unique ecological and cultural contexts of each country.