IUCN is the world's oldest and largest global environmental organisation. IUCN's programmes in Asia focus on mobilising communities working for biodiversity conservation, sustainable development and poverty reduction in common efforts to halt biodiversity loss.

Alex McWilliam is the Senior Programme Officer for Species and Programme Coordinator for the Science and Strategy Group at the IUCN Asia Regional Office. He plays a leading role in delivering IUCN's species conservation portfolio across Asia, which includes several grant making initiatives aimed at conserving biodiversity, enabling civil society, and strengthening capacity. Alex has lived and worked in the Asia region for over 15 years and is based in Bangkok.