Cranes are among the most iconic yet threatened bird species in East Asia. These species depend on increasingly vulnerable wetlands and grasslands, which are under growing pressure from development, climate change, and habitat loss and degradation. Ensuring the long-term survival of cranes requires not only urgent conservation measures today, but also the development of a new generation of skilled researchers and conservation professionals to lead sustained efforts into the future.

The Training Workshop for Young Crane Researchers in North-East Asia is designed to bring together emerging researchers and conservation practitioners from across the region to strengthen technical capacity in crane research and conservation. Through a structured combination of lectures, field-based exercises, and interactive discussions, participants will acquire practical skills in crane monitoring, habitat assessment, data analysis, and conservation planning.

In addition to technical training, the workshop aims to foster international collaboration and professional networking among early-career experts committed to protecting cranes and their habitats along the East Asian Flyway. This workshop offers a unique platform for regional exchange, peer learning, and the establishment of long-term partnerships – essential for enhancing coordinated conservation responses across countries. 

By investing in the next generation of conservation professionals, the workshop contributes to the long-term protection of cranes and the ecosystems they present. It also lays the foundation for future leadership and science-based conservation across North-East Asia.