News published: 28 August 2025

The Illegal Plant Trade Coalition is excited to invite BGCI members to an online icebreaker event that gives us the chance to learn more about you, our partners, supporters, and colleagues, while also giving you a clearer picture of the Coalition’s mission, activities, and tools.
We’ll also be addressing some of the most frequently asked questions about the Coalition and opening space for your own questions, ideas, and perspectives.

What’s in it for you?

• Meet like-minded individuals working across plant conservation representing the horticulture industry, academia, botanic gardens, enforcement, and community stewardship, amongst many others!

• Share your ideas and experiences about the illegal plant trade

• Learn more about the Coalition’s mission, tools, and resources, as well as our ideas leading up to the IUCN World Conservation Congress.

The Icebreaker will be hosted on Zoom on Tuesday 9th September at 15.00 BST. To sign up, e-mail and receive a meeting link.

Together, let’s explore how we can expand the fight against the illegal wildlife trade beyond fauna to also include flora—on which most life, including fauna depend on!