Danube Region Invasive Alien Species Network (DIAS)

DIAS was established in 2014 within the frame of the Priority Area 06 of the European Union Strategy for the Danube Region (EUSDR). DIAS promotes an improved coordination among all actors in the thematic field of invasive alien species (IAS) within the Danube Region. Politically independent, it brings together scientists, authorities and stakeholders and Supports sharing of knowledge Formulates a strategy and work plan to efficiently tackle the issue of IAS in the Danube Region Considers and cooperates with existing European and global IAS networks and organisations Develops individual but coordinated projects in the single regions, and Promotes the transfer of knowhow and expertise to actors on all administrative levels in a transnational context in order to contribute to a sustainable and livable future of the Danube Region.