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An alliance of conservation leaders working around the world to protect nature ethically

Helping meet humanity’s global biodiversity targets by promoting ethical conservation across the world’s lands and oceans

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Aaranyak

Aaranyak protects animal and plant species, forests, water bodies, and mountains, and believes that welfare of local communities is intricately linked to pristine nature.

BirdLinks

Birdlinks Armenia is a Yerevan-based NGO that works to protect birds and their habitats in Armenia. We use community-based monitoring, nature tourism, and sustainable agriculture to achieve our goals.

Center for the Study and Conservation of Birds of Prey in Argentina (CECARA)

CECARA is an Argentine NGO that studies and conserves birds of prey. We conduct research, provide advice, and raise awareness of these important birds.

Congo Basin Conservation Society (CBCS)

The Congo Basin Conservation Society (CBCS) is a Congolese civil society organization created in 2016 and working to preserve the Congo Basin forests and conserve biodiversity.

Danube-Carpathian Programme

Danube-Carpathian Program: We protect natural heritage, promote sustainable practices, and introduce innovative visions for conservation.

Ewaso Lions

Ewaso Lions: We promote coexistence between local communities and large carnivores in northern Kenya.

FEAL (Facilitation for Environmental Action and Learning)

FEAL: We improve communication between science, policy, and society to help solve environmental problems.

FoProBim

Founded and headquartered in Haiti in 1992 FoProBiM is an apolitical, non- governmental, non-profit organization which was officially recognized by the Haitian government in 1995 as a foundation working on environment issues in the areas of sustainable development, education, research, monitoring, and environmental advocacy.

Fundação Príncipe

Fundação Príncipe: We focus on biodiversity conservation and the social and economic development of local communities on the island of Príncipe.

Global Penguin Society

The Global Penguin Society promotes the conservation of all penguin species and their ecosystems through scientific research, protection of marine and coastal habitats, and educational activities.

Global Snow Leopard Ecosystem Protection Program

GSLEP: We protect snow leopards and their mountain ecosystems through collaboration with governments, NGOs, scientists, and local communities.

Global South Bats

Global South Bats: We strengthen bat conservation efforts in the Global South by working collaboratively and sharing expertise.

Healthy Planet Indonesia (HePI)

HePI: We work with local communities in Gunung Leuser National Park to protect orangutans and their habitat.

Initiative for Conservation and Sustainable Development (ICSD)

The Initiative for Conservation and Sustainable Development aims to conserve Mongolia’s vital ecosystems for humanity and wildlife by advancing local community’ stewardship in sustainable natural resource use, mitigating threats by implementing effective conservation measures, and through constructive collaborations.

International Snow Leopard Trust

Snow Leopard Trust: We understand and protect the endangered snow leopard and its habitat in partnership with local communities.

Kaosa

Kaosa: We translate scientific knowledge into integrated actions, empowering local communities and assisting in the development of participatory public policies.

Katala Foundation Inc.

Katala Foundation, Inc.: We develop comprehensive conservation programs around highly threatened species in the Philippines, involving local communities in the protection and restoration of entire ecosystems.

LMMA International Network

Locally Managed Marine Area Network (LMMA): We support and engage with communities in the Indo Pacific and other regions to address the challenges of declining resources.

MarAlliance

MarAlliance explores, enables and inspires conservation action for threatened marine wildlife and their critical habitats with dependent communities.

Mediterranean Conservation Society

The Mediterranean Conservation Societycontributes to the protection of the species and ecosystems, as well as ensuring the continued existence of traditional shore fishing and those who make a living from it.

Melkus Family Foundation

The Melkus Family Foundation: We are a charitable organization that supports non-profit organizations that address social issues and promote systemic change.

MIHARI Network

MIHARI Network: We support the networking of LMMA communities in Madagascar for the long-term management of marine areas.

Mision Tiburon

Misión Tiburón: We conduct marine research and education programs aimed at promoting the conservation of sharks, sea turtles, and rays.

Nature Conservation Foundation

Nature Conservation Foundation (NCF): We conduct innovative research and design conservation strategies for India's unique wildlife heritage.

Proyecto Quimilero

Proyecto Quimilero: We are dedicated to the conservation of the quimilero and its habitats in the Gran Chaco region of South America.

Red Panda Network

Red Panda Network: We are a global leader in red panda and habitat conservation, working with community partners in Nepal to promote sustainable forest management practices.

Rekam Nusantara Foundation

Rekam Nusantara Foundation studies, analyzes and communicates to the general public through creative media to increase understanding and awareness of environmental issues, climate change, culture, natural resource preservation, indigenous peoples, and local wisdom values.

Snow Leopard Conservation Foundation

Snow Leopard Conservation Foundation (SLCF): We are a Mongolian NGO dedicated to the conservation and research of endangered snow leopards.

Snow Leopard Foundation

Snow Leopard Foundation (SLF): We are a non-profit organization committed to preserving viable populations of snow leopards and other carnivores across Pakistan's landscapes.

Snow leopard Foundation Kyrgyzstan

Snow Leopard Foundation in Kyrgyzstan: We aim to conserve viable populations of snow leopards, their prey, and their habitats through scientific research, improving local communities' welfare, raising awareness of ecology, and assisting the government in improving conservation policies.

Snow Leopard Network

Snow Leopard Network (SLN): We are a global organization that connects individuals and organizations dedicated to snow leopard conservation.

Tenkile Conservation Alliance

Working towards biodiversity conservation in Papua New Guinea.

The Andean Cat Alliance

The Andean Cat Alliance or Alianza Gato Andino (in Spanish) is a multidisciplinary and multinational network created in 1999 to protect the endangered Andean cat across its range, through innovative strategies in research, conservation, and education, in harmony with human communities. 

The Mabula Ground Hornbill Project

The Mabula Ground Hornbill Project uses sound conservation science to support community-led conservation of the Endangered Southern Ground-hornbill in South Africa.

Tropical Forest and Rural Development

Tropical Forest and Rural Development: We empower Indigenous communities in southern Cameroon through cocoa-based agroforestry and fruit collection.

University of Mexico

The National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM): We are the largest and most prestigious public research university in Mexico and Latin America.

Whitley Fund for Nature

Whitley Fund for Nature: We are a UK charity that supports conservation leaders in the Global South.

Yayasan HAKA

HAkA: We are a non-profit organization committed to creating a stronger and healthier Aceh through community involvement in environmental activities.

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"The Ethical Conservation Alliance is the best way to secure the future of biodiversity. The Global South working together, from Asia, to Africa, to Latin America, and linking with the Global North in Europe and the United States, empowers and connects local leaders in megadiversity countries, something that is urgently needed in today´s world"

Dr. Rodrigo A Medellin,
Global South Bats & University of Mexico