Catherine SAYER

Biography

I am currently the lead for freshwater biodiversity in IUCN's Biodiversity Assessment and Knowledge Team. My work primarily focusses on increasing the representation of freshwater species on The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, and then using these data to promote evidence-based conservation action, management, and policy. I have a broad conservation background with an undergraduate degree in Natural Sciences (Zoology) from the University of Cambridge, and a MSc in Ecology, Evolution and Conservation from Imperial College London.

Speaking at

Overlooked yet Essential: Advancing the Recognition and Conservation of Springs for Biodiversity and Society

Oct 09 2025 (14:00 - 15:30)

Room: Conference Hall A: Session Room 6
Overlooked yet Essential: Advancing the Recognition and Conservation of Springs for Biodiversity and Society
New data for identifying the nexus for conservation of freshwater biodiversity and ecosystem carbon

Oct 09 2025 (16:00 - 16:30)

Room: Forum - Arena
New data for identifying the nexus for conservation of freshwater biodiversity and ecosystem carbon
Under water, under threat: one quarter of freshwater animals at risk of extinction

Oct 10 2025 (11:00 - 12:00)

Room: Virtual Channel 5
Under water, under threat: one quarter of freshwater animals at risk of extinction
Free-flowing Rivers

Oct 11 2025 (11:00 - 12:00)

Room: IDEA Campaign & IUCN ENCA
Free-flowing Rivers
A Global Strategy for Conserving Freshwater Biodiversity

Oct 12 2025 (11:00 - 12:30)

Room: Conference Hall A: Session Room 4
A Global Strategy for Conserving Freshwater Biodiversity