Within just 50 years after those green decades we lost about 68% of our wildlife populations by 2016 and irreparably damaged our natural world.

4 different types of wildlife conservation systems for: On-ground, off-site, community-driven, and policy and advocacy

Essential ecosystem services and biodiversity functions sustain our daily lives. By protecting wildlife, we invest in our own health and happiness.

Loss and fragmentation of wild habitats, unrelenting rise in climate change, pollution, illegal wildlife trade, and invaive speacies are the main threats.

Contribute by supporting wildlife conservation organisations, sustainable practices for plastics and agriculture, scientific research, and spreading awareness.

Conservation projects in China, USA, India, Costa Rica, South Africa, and other countries have made extraordinary positive impacts on ecosystems worldwide.

You get to make a tangible impact on the world, experience beautiful nature, learn new skills, build connections, there is a lot of personal growth, and more.

Altered vegetation dynamics for us, heightened risks of zoonotic diseases, pest increment, disruption of our cultural heritage, valuable natural knowledge, etc.

Genuine passion for wildlife, basic knowledge of conservation issues, readiness to do fieldwork & research, and enthusiasm for outdoor activities

Engaging local communities is very important. Organisations also remain active in resolving human-wildlife conflicts & promoting sustainable living initiatives.

Respecting rights of indigenous communities, preserving genetic diversity, and ensuring long-term ecosystem health are vital for ethical wildlife conservation.

Climate change is altering habitats and forcing species to change their temperature ranges, disrupting ecosystem interactions, increasing disease spread, etc.

Conservationists grapple with tasks of restoring habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict, illigal wildlife trade, environmental pressures, insufficient funds, etc

Technologies like satellite imageries, UAV’s, GPS tracking and telemetry, camera traps and acoustic monitoring, etc can be used to innovate in conservation.

Short-term, medium-term, and long-term wildlife conservation projects are affected by various factors like project goals, needs, funding etc.

The need for conservation extends beyond pristine natural environments. Urban areas also possess unique ecosystems and human-wildlife interactions.

Many people are unable to hands-on volunteer for many reasons. You can volunteer from afar by leveraging your passion, skills, knowledge, and resources.

While wildlife conservation offers incredible opportunities, it's essential to understand the risks too- animal encounters, natural hazards, zoonotic diseases

Understand how no prior experience is needed for volunteering, how training occurs, and how you can contribute because of your prior experience.

Volunteering may be free but other expenditures include program fees, travel expenses, accommodation, insurance, personal expenses, etc.

You build connections and increase your environmental awareness, you learn leadership and teamwork, your cultural cultural understanding increases, etc.

Through impactful advocacy, dedicated fieldwork, rescue and rehabilitation, and community enganemement, volunteers can amplify the voices of endangered species.

Take everything into consideration including learning opportunities, cultural exchanges, finances and emotional challenges as you volunteer abroad.

You will be completing processes like application, orientations, and training, followed by daily tasks, animal care, teamwork, etc.

Volunteer as a family and participate together in activities like beach cleanups, community gardening, habitat restoration, tree planting, citizen science, etc.

No qualifications are necessary but life skills will help you. Skills related to research, outdoor survival, communication, adaptability, and conservation.

Process you should follow to prepare for volunteering- Research your destination, project requirements, personal healthcare, pack smartly, and 4 more steps..

Choose between 2 wildlife volunteering choices - captive settings in wildlife sanctuaries, rescue centers, zoos, etc or wild settings- field research, national parks, etc.

Meet challenges of wildlife conservation like physical demands and cultural adaptations. Experience rewards as well - personal growth & connection with nature.

Volunteer for African Wildlife - Wake up to sounds of nature, go on game drives or walking safaris, and engage in hands-on activities like wildlife tracking.

Volunteer for Asian wildlife - for Pandas in China, Sea Turtles in Sri Lanka, Elephants in Thailand, Orangutans in Borneo, Snow Leapords in Nepal, etc.

Volunteer for South American Wildlife - Destinations like the Amazon Rainforest, Galapagos Islands, Patagonia

Facilitate hands-on learning, enhance visitor experiences, support research initiatives, etc. Your passion will help in fostering connections with nature.