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Deploying Global Park Defense for Cocos Island Marine Protection
Global Conservation is supporting WildAid's critical work to protect the Cocos Marine Conservation Area (ACMC), as well as developing and implementing a state-of-the-art Marine Protection System (MPS) to strengthen ACMC's monitoring, control, and surveillance (MCS) capacity.
A New Study Shows Protecting 1.2% of Earth’s Land Could Save Most Threatened Species
The research paper, Published by Frontiers of Science and primarily authored by Dr. Eric Dinerstein, has identified 16,825 places worldwide where focusing on conservation efforts would effectively avert the extinction of thousands of endemic species.
The EAGLE Network Annual Report 2023: Cameroon, Africa
In Cameroon, a lucrative trade in ape skulls, bushmeat, and live animals threatens to wipe out populations that are already suffering from habitat loss and fragmentation. The EAGLE Network is addressing the problem of traffickers who drive the African trade, but its operations are hampered by extensive government corruption.
Global Conservation Launches Third Film in Series - War On Nature: Derawan Archipelago
Welcome to the third installment of the War on Nature series, presented by Global Conservation. Join us as renowned conservation photojournalist Paul Hilton delves into the challenges facing the Derawan Archipelago, Indonesia, a region celebrated as the "Jewel of Indonesia."
GC Cameroon Progress: The Dja Rainforest Complex 2023-2024
Led by Oliver Fankem, Director of Central Africa for Global Conservation, three national parks of Cameroon covering over 1 million hectares of intact tropical forests now have continuous active patrolling and systems in place for managing 60+ rangers in Southeast Cameroon.
Global Conservation Launches Marine Protection Handbook for MPA Managers
Global Conservation published a new Marine Protection Handbook for MPA Managers, focusing on effective protection using marine radars and rapid response teams to combat illegal fishing and wildlife poaching.
GC Advisor Dr. Gerardo Ceballos Wins Prestigious BBVA Award
The research undertaken by Mexican ecologists Gerardo Ceballos (National Autonomous University of Mexico) and Rodolfo Dirzo (Stanford University) in Latin America and Africa has shown that the current species extinction rates in many groups of organisms are much higher than throughout the preceding two million years, according to the committee of the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Ecology and Conservation Biology.
GC’s Mission to Raja Ampat with Top Scientists, Partners, and Funders
Global Conservation conducted a Project Assessment for Marine Protection to deploy Global Park Defense and Community Protection in the North Dampier Straight MPA's.
GC Cardamoms in Cambodia 2022-24 Progress
Global Conservation has invested over eight years and millions of dollars to support the protection of Cardamoms National Park, deploying both of GC's signature programs, Global Park Defense and Community Protection.
Global Conservation Hosted Panel Discussion with ABC News Correspondent Bob Woodruff
The Bay Area’s Top Environmental Leaders to Congregate for Discussion on Global Park and Wildlife Protection, Indigenous Territories, and Marine Protection.
The event precedes the launch of the new ABC News Live Series covering Global Conservation’s Park and Wildlife Protection.
Global Conservation Launches Second Film in Series - War on Nature: Sumatra
Announcing the release of the second film in our War on Nature series, "War On Nature: Sumatra". The film focuses on the recovery of the Leuser Ecosystem in Sumatra, Indonesia, the last place on earth where tigers, elephants, orangutans, and rhinos share space.
Islas Marias National Marine Park: 2023 Progress Report
Islas Marías Biosphere Reserve is a No-Take zone and constitutes one of Mexico’s highest priorities to protect marine ecosystems through the deployment of Global Park Defense.
Global Conservation Launches New Film Series - War on Nature: Uganda
Welcome to the release of our new series, "War On Nature: Uganda". The film focuses on the recovery of Murchinson Falls National Park and Kidepo Valley National Park
GC Mission Against Illegal Mining In Podocarpus National Park, Ecuador
Global Conservation’s Executive Director and Director of South America were on mission this week to assist Podocarpus National Park to remove 1,000+ illegal miners from deep within the protected area.
Authorities Arrest Derawan Bomb Fishers And Turtle Poachers, Plus Smart Training Takes Place For Partners
Thanks to Marine Protection programs, authorities successfully arrest perpetrators connected to stealing turtle eggs and illegal fishing using fish bombs.
Completed GC Project - Thap Lan World Heritage Park and Wildlife Protection
Thailand has proven to be one of the most skillful countries to work with to deploy Global Park Defense to achieve 'No Cut, No Kill" protection.
DaMaI Rainforest Complex Protection - 2022-2023 Progress
Led by Sabah Environmental Trust (SET), Global Conservation extend their five-year MOU with Sabah Forestry and Sabah Foundation to deploy Global Park Defense. Additionally, progress was made to build a unified national park and secure a nomination for UNESCO World Heritage status.
Global Conservation's Top 4 News Articles from 2023
GC gets to share our work with global media outlets so we can spread a message of hope, goals, and achievements.
Ukraine War 2022-23 - Global Park Defense Deployed to Protect Carpathians National Park, Ukraine
New Park and Wildlife Protection program first in Ukraine and model for entire Carpathians UNESCO World Heritage
Mana Pools National Park Protection - 2022-2023 Progress
Mana Pools National Park has the amazing success of having no poached elephants since 2019, Akashinga's all-women anti-poaching unit is supported in growth and strength of numbers while expanding into Mana Pools, and river patrols shut down crocodile poaching efforts.
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