Ambassador - Diann Black Layne

Escalating international trade is moving increasing numbers of organisms more rapidly around the world, thereby increasing the threat of harmful impacts by these species on native ecosystems and human economic interests. The government’s effort to prevent unwanted invasions is being overwhelmed. It must be noted that the acceleration of climate change has in turn also increased the incidence of the invasive alien species negative impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem services, threatening human health and life quality.

Project Coordinator - Joseph Prosper

Invasive alien species are considered to be one of the most important causes of biodiversity loss and changes in the ecosystem services while threatening biodiversity for the last four centuries. They have continued to affect several countries and regions to a great extent, as human mobility has gained momentum with the advances of technology, globalization, and transportation. Invasive alien species refer to species which are introduced accidentally or deliberately into an ecosystem where they are not normally found and dominate the ecosystem by affecting biodiversity directly or indirectly, within a specific period.

What is NISSAP?

The National Invasive Species Strategy and Action Plan 2020-2030 (NISSAP) was prepared for the Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment of Antigua and Barbuda, with the Department of Environment charged with the responsibility of oversight, to assist with the planning and development.

Background of the IAS Project

The project goal is to manage the risks and costs of Invasive Alien Species (IAS) on important ecosystems, species and genetic diversity in Antigua and Barbuda.

THANK YOU Partners!

We take this opportunity to acknowledge all our partners that has made the IAS project possible.