“Razan and I have worked together for many years in her capacity as a high level government official, an IUCN framework donor and a strong supporter of international conservation action. The extent and diversity of Razan's involvement with IUCN, combined with her real-world experience leading an environmental regulator, a local environmental NGO, and a global philanthropy is exactly the right set of leadership experience the IUCN requires from its President.”
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Julia Marton-Lefèvre Director General, IUCN (2007–2015); Member of the Bureau of IPBES

Yolanda Kakabadse First Woman to Serve as IUCN President (1996–2004)
“Having led a governmental agency, a regional NGO, and a global philanthropy, Razan has the experience and vision to lead the IUCN's diverse members and help the Union work in a more unified way to advocate for the conservation of nature. As the first woman from the Arab world to lead the IUCN and only the second female President in its 72-year history, Razan will also ensure diverse voices, especially young people and indigenous groups, have a meaningful and active role in IUCN governance.“

Valli Moosa President, IUCN (2004–2008)
“Razan has played an instrumental role in helping the UAE transition to a green economy, while developing innovative conservation solutions that have become models for the rest of the world. No one is better positioned to lead the IUCN into this crucial decade for conservation.”

Ashok Kohsla President, IUCN (2008–2012)
“Razan has the experience, skills, and passion to assert IUCN's influence on the global stage. Under her leadership, the IUCN will leverage its expertise to convince global governing bodies to adopt and meet aggressive conservation measures and targets.”

Andre Hoffmann President, Mava Foundation for Nature; Vice-Chairman, Roche
It is a pleasure to endorse Razan's candidacy for IUCN president. She is one of the world's most effective and dedicated young leaders on biodiversity and environmental issues. At a time when the world needs a strong IUCN, I cannot think of a better candidate.

Simon N. Stuart, PhD Director of Strategic Conservation, Synchronicity Earth
“When I was Chair of the IUCN Species Survival Commission (SSC), Razan and I worked together on a number of important initiatives. She has been deeply committed to IUCN for some time, both as a framework donor and strong supporter of the SSC. In recent years, Razan has emerged as one of the most talented and inspirational conservation leaders in the world. Her large vision, strong track-record of effective leadership, sharp intellect, fresh approach, and positive outlook make Razan the perfect person to lead the IUCN as its next President.”

Vance Martin President, WILD Foundation
“Razan is more than impressive, with a rare skill-set and an informed and holistic perspective. The embodiment of diversity, Razan is the ideal person to lead IUCN into a new and much-needed era of influence, impact, and leadership.”

Jane Goodall, PhD, DBE Founder, Jane Goodall Institute Foundation
Olivier Langrand Executive Director, Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund (CEPF)
Dr. Khalid Al Irani President, Royal Society for the Preservation of Nature, Jordan
Topiltzin Contreras MacBeath Former Secretary of Sustainable Development, State of Morelos, Mexico
Sanjay Molur Executive Director, Zoo Outreach Organization, India
Brahim Haddane President, Moroccan Association for Environment and Climate Protection (ASMAPEC); National Committee IUCN of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Allison Alberts Chief Conservation and Research Officer at San Diego Zoo Global
Wes Sechrest Chief Scientist and CEO, Global Wildlife Conservation
Anders Rhodin Executive Vice Chair / Chairman Emeritus, IUCN SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group
Axel Hochkirch Associate Professor, Trier University
Oumarou Cisse Executive Director, Association Nodde Nooto, Burkina Faso
Ian Harrison Chair, IUCN-SSC Freshwater Conservation Commitee
Jim Sanderson Founder and Director, Small Wildcat Conservation Fund
Sagar Dahal Co-founder, Small Mammals Conservation and Research Foundation
Frédéric Launay President and CEO, Panthera
Dr. Shaikha Salem Al Dhaheri Secretary General, Environment Agency Abu Dhabi
Russell Mittermeier Chief Conservation Officer, Global Wildlife Conservation
Dr. Michael Maunder Executive Director, Cambridge Conservation Initiative
Claude Gascon Manager of Programs, Global Environemnt Facility (GEF)
Gregory M. Mueller Chief Scientist and Negaunee Vice President of Science, Chicago Botanic Garden
Luigi Boitani Professor of Zoology, The Sapienza University of Rome
And Many More