A key event in the field of Caribbean biodiversity conservation, the 5th Caribaea Initiative Research & Conservation Conference took place in Martinique from June 10 to 12, 2025. This biennial event brings together researchers, experts, and managers dedicated to the study and conservation of biodiversity in the insular Caribbean. It provides an excellent platform for sharing scientific knowledge and experiences to address the challenges related to biodiversity preservation in this unique region.
Building on the success of previous editions, the 2025 program featured presentations by three keynote speakers, as well as oral and poster communications. These contributions focused on the general study and conservation of Caribbean wildlife and ecosystems or were specifically aligned with one of the four thematic mini-symposia organized during the conference.
Our partners and sponsors
We warmly thank all our partners and sponsors for their valuable support in organizing the conference. Thanks to their commitment, this unique event dedicated to research and conservation of Caribbean wildlife can take place under the best conditions.
GOLD PARTNERS
Our Gold-level partners provide major financial support to the conference, making it possible to hold thematic symposiums and key social events. Their involvement reflects their commitment to preserving Caribbean biodiversity and supporting regional scientific initiatives.
- Fédération Départementale des Chasseurs de Martinique and Fédération Départementale des Chasseurs de Guadeloupe
These two institutions are involved in the sustainable management of wildlife and the promotion of responsible hunting in their respective territories. They are also partners of Caribaea Initiative through the ESPACYPA project, which aims to improve knowledge of the ecology and population dynamics of certain game and heritage bird species in the Lesser Antilles.
Both federations co-fund the symposium “Hunting, Wildlife Management and Conservation in the Insular Caribbean” and will be present at this key moment.
- Groupe Comte-Serres and Rhum Chantal Comte
Groupe Comte-Serres is a family-owned company founded in 1919, now established in the French Caribbean, especially in the automotive distribution sector (Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, etc.). The group is a committed partner of Caribaea Initiative, notably through its Citadelle subsidiary. Rhum Chantal Comte, known for its high-end cuvées from the best distilleries in the Antilles, is also a loyal supporter of our work. Together, they co-fund the June 12 banquet evening, during which the winning photos of our photo contest will be revealed.
SILVER PARTNERS
Our Silver partners actively support the conference and play a central role in biodiversity preservation in the overseas territories.
Office de l’eau de Martinique (ODE)
A local public institution, ODE works to ensure the sustainable and coordinated management of water resources and aquatic environments. It co-funds the symposium “Ecology and Conservation of Aquatic Ecosystems and Species in the Insular Caribbean.”- Office française de la biodiversité (OFB)
A public agency under the supervision of the Ministries of Ecology and Agriculture, the OFB works to protect and restore terrestrial, aquatic and marine biodiversity in mainland France and the overseas territories. - Direction de l’Environnement, de l’Aménagement et du Logement (DEAL) Martinique
As the State’s environmental authority in Martinique, the DEAL implements public policies related to biodiversity, land planning, housing, and natural risk prevention. It supports regional scientific initiatives for biodiversity preservation.
BRONZE PARTNERS
Our Bronze-level partners offer valuable support, notably by facilitating the participation of speakers or by supporting targeted actions.
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French Embassy in Cuba: Thanks to its support, two Cuban researchers specialized in conservation will be able to attend the conference. - Grand Port Maritime of Martinique: A co-funder of the symposium “Ecology and Conservation of Aquatic Ecosystems and Species in the Insular Caribbean,” the Grand Port demonstrates its commitment to marine environment preservation.