Critical Animal Protections to be Debated at Upcoming CITES meeting
The fate of elephants, tigers, polar bears, and many other animals could be decided at the upcoming Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) meeting.
More than 1,500 government representatives from 175 countries will converge in Doha, Qatar from 13 to 25 March for the conference.
Haiti Update: IFAW Continues Relief And Rebuilding Work
ARCH, the Animal Relief Coalition for Haiti, continues its vital work helping the animal victims of Haiti’s devastating earthquake.
The coalition, founded by IFAW and WSPA and comprised of 21 animal welfare groups, is operating a mobile clinic in Haiti bringing much needed help to countless animals. We’re also coordinating with humanitarian groups and continue to visit a number of refugee "tent cities" to care for animals.
In addition, ARCH is working on long-term recovery plans, including the training of Haitian veterinarians and veterinary health workers, restoration of the country’s vaccination campaigns, and assisting the government in protecting animals and people from disease outbreaks.
Abused Zimbabwe Elephants Begin New Life
The nine wild elephants rescued from cruel safari training at a Zimbabwe ranch have been successfully relocated to their new home in Hwange National Park. Tracking shows the elephants have stayed together as a group as they begin their new life in a protected reserve free from abuse and neglect.
Thank you to all the incredible supporters who helped IFAW make this life-saving rescue effort possible.
