TOPIC: ANIMALS & WILDLIFE (45)
ASPCA
http://www.aspca.orgFounded in 1866, the ASPCA was the first humane organization in the Western Hemisphere. Our mission, as stated by founder Henry Bergh, is “to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States.” The ASPCA works to rescue animals from abuse, pass humane laws and share resources with shelters nationwide.
African Conservation Experience
https://www.conservationafrica.netAfrican Conservation Experience (ACE) organise placements at wildlife conservation projects in southern Africa. Conservation travellers can join the projects for a duration of 2-12 weeks and participate actively in a project of their choice. Projects range in focus from animal care at wildlife rehabilitation centres to wildlife veterinary work, field research, reserve management or marine conservation. ACE have been operating since 1999 and are one of the most experiences specialists for wildlife conservation in Africa. Projects are fully supported and available year round.
The Elephant Sanctuary
http://www.elephants.comThe Elephant Sanctuary in Hohenwald, Tennessee, is the nation's largest natural-habitat refuge developed specifically to meet the needs of endangered elephants. It is a non-profit organization, licensed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, and accredited by the Association of Sanctuaries, designed specifically for old, sick or needy elephants who have been retired from zoos and circuses.
TheBlu
http://theblu.comTheBlu is the world's first social digital ocean you can download, explore and share. Inspired by the world's ocean, theBlu is a living and breathing digital art exhibit of ocean habitats and species, created by artists and developers from all over the world. TheBlu raises awareness and funds for ocean conservation with non-profit cause collaborators. TheBlu becomes a state-of-mind where you are inspired, relaxed and connected with the world.
Worldwide Veterinary Service
https://wvs.org.ukWVS (Worldwide Veterinary Service) is an animal welfare charity that helps animals in places where no one else will. From disaster emergency response, international veterinary training to community education programmes, we send teams, equipment and medicine to help animals who have no one else.
The Nature Conservancy
http://www.nature.orgThe Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people.
Nature Iraq
http://www.natureiraq.orgNature Iraq is an Iraqi non-governmental organization registered in Iraq, accredited to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and Iraq’s first and only Affiliate to Birdlife International, and the only Middle Eastern member of the Waterkeeper Alliance.
Nature Iraq was created to protect, restore, and preserve Iraq’s natural environment and the rich cultural heritage that it nourishes.
SeaWeb
http://www.seaweb.orgSeaWeb is the only international, nonprofit organization exclusively dedicated to using the science of communications to fundamentally shift the way people interact with the ocean. We transform knowledge into action by shining a spotlight on workable, science-based solutions to the most serious threats facing the ocean, such as climate change, pollution and depletion of marine life.
World Vets
http://www.worldvets.orgWorld Vets is a non-government organization (NGO) providing veterinary aid around the globe in collaboration with animal advocacy groups, foreign governments, US and foreign military groups and veterinary professionals abroad.
Silent Heroes
http://www.thesilentheroes.orgSilent Heroes is a nonprofit organization committed to enhancing both animal and human health in Africa and protecting and conserving its wildlife and endangered species. We acquire and distribute crucial supplies such as medicines to veterinarians and conservationists in Africa, provide equipment and training to park rangers and conservationists working in the continent’s parks and preserves, and conduct research and educate others on the prevention of disease transmission between domestic animals, wildlife and humans.
Wildlife Conservation Society
http://www.wcs.orgThe Wildlife Conservation Society saves wildlife and wild places worldwide. We do so through science, global conservation, education and the management of the world's largest system of urban wildlife parks, led by the flagship Bronx Zoo. Together these activities change attitudes towards nature and help people imagine wildlife and humans living in harmony. WCS is committed to this mission because it is essential to the integrity of life on Earth.
Paws
http://www.paws.orgPaws is a champion for animals - rehabilitating injured and orphaned wildlife, sheltering and adopting homeless cats and dogs, and educating people to make a better world for anmal and people. We are located in Lynnwood, Washington, just north of Seattle.
World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA)
http://www.wspa-usa.orgThe World Society for the Protection of Animals exists to tackle animal cruelty across the globe. Active in more than 50 countries, we campaign effectively to combat the world’s most intense and large-scale animal welfare issues. We bring about lasting change by helping people understand the critical importance of good animal welfare, encouraging nations to commit to animal-friendly practices, and building the scientific case for the better treatment of animals.
African Wildlife Foundation
http://www.awf.orgThe African Wildlife Foundation, together with the people of Africa, works to ensure the wildlife and wild lands of Africa will endure forever.The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) is the leading international conservation organization focused solely on Africa. We believe that protecting Africa’s wildlife and wild landscapes is the key to the future prosperity of Africa and its people – and for over 50 years, we have made it our work to help ensure that Africa’s wild resources endure.
Gorilla Doctors
http://www.gorilladoctors.orgGorilla Doctors is dedicated to saving the mountain gorilla species one gorilla patient at a time. Our international team of veterinarians provides hands-on medical care to sick and injured mountain gorillas living in the national parks of Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). With only 780 mountain gorillas left in the world today, we believe the health and well being of every individual gorilla is vital to the species’ survival
