In an effort to reach larger audiences and make CITES online courses and educational materials more easily accessible, the CITES Virtual College has been translated into Chinese. This much needed resource will assist Asia in enhancing the capacities of its CITES Authorities, its efforts to ensure that international trade in CITES-listed species is legal, sustainable and traceable while also increasing its capacity to combat illicit trade in wildlife.
Access to the CITES Virtual College by country since 26 November 2014
At the time of writing, well over 20,000 users have accessed the College reflecting almost global coverage. Furthermore, 8 out of the top 20 countries are from the developing world including the regions of Africa, Asia and Latin America. For example, 385 users completing courses originated from Madagascar, indicating a need by developing countries for courses and materials on CITES.
