Help Save Animals in 2009
Thanks to your support - in 2008 IFAW was able to save thousands of animals from cruelty and distress around the globe.
You were there for them when...
- an earthquake devastated China...click here to see your help in action
- Hurricanes Ike and Gustav hit the Gulf Coast of the US
- IFAW was able to clean, rehabilitate and release hundreds of oiled penguins in Brazil
But we still have enormous challenges ahead in 2009 and your help is needed now more than ever.
Sacred Oceans - A Global Voice Against Whaling
IFAW Southern Africa has launched the Sacred Ocean campaign, a dynamic
and innovative campaign which seeks to get to grips with what the
public really
thinks of whaling.
Become part of this global campaign, and join the thousands of visitors to the Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town as they let us know what they think of whaling.
Controversial Ivory Sale Concludes
A week-long series of ivory auctions has concluded, with many tons of ivory sold to bidders from China and Japan. This is the first time in nearly 10 years that international trade in elephant ivory has been sanctioned by the UN-backed Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES).
The total amount of ivory put up for sale accounted for an estimated 10,000+ dead elephants. IFAW fears that the sale will stimulate demand for illegal ivory to enter the market, resulting in an increase in poaching.
VICTORY! eBay Announces Global Ban on Ivory
IFAW applauds eBay’s decision to institute a global ban on the sale of elephant ivory products by 1 January 2009 and calls on all other internet traders to follow their example.
Announced just hours before the release of IFAW’s latest investigative report - "Killing with Keystrokes" - showing Internet trade in wildlife poses a significant and immediate threat to the survival of elephants, this decision is a very important step to help protect them. eBay has set the standard for protecting elephants, now governments and other online dealers need to follow their example.
Beneath the Waves: Protecting Marine Wildlife
IFAW Animal Action Week is the largest animal-focused educational event in the world. It takes place during the first week of October, to coincide with World Animal Day on October 4. Many get involved long before - and continue their efforts long after - the official week.
This year's theme is Beneath the Waves: Protecting Marine Wildlife - learn how you can become involved! Click on one of the links below to view AAW activities all over the world!
