View of Rakiura (Stewart Island) with sea across the water in the distance.

Restoring islands with the Island Ocean Connection Challenge

Introduction

The Island Ocean Connection Challenge (IOCC) is helping to restore three globally significant islands in Aotearoa New Zealand.

New Zealand has joined the international IOCC and pledged to restore and rewild three of our globally significant islands.

The islands are:

Led by international conservation groups, Re:wild, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, and Island Conservation, the challenge aims to restore at least 40 globally significant island ocean ecosystems by 2030.

Joining the IOCC benefits New Zealand by connecting us to international donors who will work with us to raise an expected $137M for these important conservation projects.

By donating to the challenge, you will be helping to:

  • protect endangered species
  • restore natural habitats
  • ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.

New Zealand Nature Fund (NZNF) is a charitable trust responsible for funds donated to these projects.

Visit NZNF to find out more and donate