Author: Caterina Boitani
Rhino Conservation Botswana is a recently established organisation working to help reintroduce and protect black and white rhinos in Botswana. Among their partners there are the governments of Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe and Wilderness Safaris, and their main focus…
Founded in 1974, the Otter Specialist Group (OSG) is part of IUCN Species Survival Commission (SSC). The aims of the Group are to provide leadership for the conservation of all otter species, determine and review the status and needs of…
The Norwegian Institute for Nature Research (NINA) is Norway’s leading institution for applied ecological research, with expertise on the genetic, population, species, ecosystem and landscape level, in terrestrial, freshwater and coastal marine environments. NINA addresses a wide variety of interdisciplinary…
Since 1913, Nos oiseaux works for the protection of and research on birds in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. They are also active in the awareness raising and education of young people through the publication of a magazine highlighting the…
Following Fondation Segré’s recent involvement in ZSL’s EDGE of Existence Programme, the first five Segré EDGE Fellows have just started their Fellowship. The first cohort is represented by five conservation leaders working on Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered (EDGE) species…
In October 2015, Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) and Fondation Segré (FS) signed a memorandum of understanding to guide their collaboration on a new joint conservation program to be called Whitley Segré Conservation Fund (WSCF). In the course of 2016,…
In 2016, Fondation Segré and African Parks have established a close collaboration to protect and restore key habitats in Africa. African Parks was founded in 2000 in response to the dramatic decline of protected areas due to poor management and lack…
Founded in 2000 in response to the dramatic decline of protected areas due to poor management and lack of funding, African Parks utilizes a clear, business approach to conserving Africa’s wildlife and remaining wild areas. African Parks is a non-profit…
The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation was established in 2006 to address our planet’s alarming environmental situation. The Foundation is dedicated to the protection of the environment and the promotion of sustainable development by supporting initiatives of public and…
Istituto Oikos is a non-profit organisation that operates in Europe and developing countries to safeguard biodiversity. It promotes a responsible management of natural resources and the widespread adoption of more-sustainable lifestyles as tools for social and economic development and for…
Established in 1909, the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) has been working to promote the awareness and conservation of rare and endangered animals for over 100 years. RZSS has the principle objective “to promote, facilitate and encourage the study of zoology…
The Turtle Conservancy is dedicated to protecting threatened turtles and tortoises and their habitats worldwide, and to promoting their appreciation by people everywhere. The Turtle Conservancy focuses its work on four strategic program areas, namely conserving species in their natural habitat,…
Since 1986, WildCRU has grown to be one of the largest and most productive conservation research institutes in the world. The over 50 researchers working there have been drawn from more than 30 countries and their projects have a similarly international reach, ranging…
The Australian Museum Research Institute brings together a team of 70 including research scientists, collection scientists, collection officers and more than 100 associates, fellows and students. Their research focuses on some of today’s major challenges, such us climate change, pest…
The Tapir Specialist Group (TSG), a unit of the IUCN Species Survival Commission, strives to conserve biological diversity by stimulating, developing, and executing practical programs to study, save, restore, and manage the four species of tapir and their remaining habitats…
Founded in 1859, the Copenhagen Zoo is one of the oldest zoos in Europe. Nowadays, it is not only home to a large number of animals but it is also involved in many different scientific activities and nature conservation programmes at national…
IUCN Save Our Species supports science-based conservation action that saves animals, plants and fungi from extinction. IUCN SOS also builds capacity for better protected area and habitat management and works with local communities to reduce unsustainable dependency on natural resources…
The Grevy’s Zebra Trust was established in January 2007 to address the urgent need to conserve Grevy’s zebra(Equus grevyi) in the community rangelands of Kenya and Ethiopia. An independent wildlife conservation Trust registered in Kenya, the Grevy’s Zebra Trust conserves…
In January 2014 Fauna & Flora International (FFI) appointed Dr Claudio Segré Vice President of FFI in recognition of the Foundation’s important support and deep friendship with the organisation.
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) recognised the Foundation’s continuing support, inviting Dr Claudio Segré to join IUCN’s circle of “Patrons of Nature” in December 2013.
For 110 years Fauna and Flora International (FFI) has dedicated itself to the conservation of the world’s threatened species. This was cause for celebration in October 2013 when FFI, together with Sir David Attenborough, hosted a gala dinner at the…
In 2013 the Jerusalem Zoo celebrated its 20th anniversary which concurred with the inauguration of its new “Living with the Wolves” exhibit. The development of this new enclosure was made possible by the financial support of Fondation Segré. On the…
Although its origins can be traced back to the initial purchase of land in 1991, the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) became a public charitable organization in 2001. AWC now owns 22 sanctuaries covering more than 2.6 million hectares around Australia.…
On 20th March 2013, IUCN and Fondation Segré had the pleasure of hosting a dinner-conference in the honour of one of Australia’s most well-known conservationists, writers and climatologists: Professor Tim Flannery. Held in the beautiful “Société de Lecture” in the…
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust is an international charity working globally towards saving species from extinction and conserving the diversity and integrity of the life on earth. Headquartered in Jersey, UK and working with a wide range of international partners, this…
The European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) is an organization for the European and Middle East zoo and aquarium community that links over 340 member organizations in 41 countries. EAZA is committed to enhancing the professionalism and standards of…
Established over a century ago, Fauna & Flora was the world’s first international conservation organisation. The pioneering work of its founders in Africa led to the creation of numerous protected areas, including Kruger and Serengeti National Parks. Fauna & Flora’s…
The Fondo Ambiente Italiano (FAI), a non-profit foundation created in 1975, is the National Trust of Italy. As such, its mission is the conservation and preservation of Italian cultural and historical heritage as reflected in buildings and properties of architectural and…
Founded in 1948, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is the world’s first global environmental organisation, becoming today the largest professional global conservation network. IUCN’s mission is focused on conserving biodiversity, which is demonstrated by addressing some of…
The Israel Nature and Parks Authority (NPA) is a governmental body charged with the protection of nature, landscape and heritage in Israel. To carry out these functions properly, the NPA has three main goals: a) to protect the biodiversity, ecosystems and…
While attending the Duke of Edinburgh Conservation Medal Award Ceremony, a WWF International event held at Buckingham Palace on 22nd October 2012, Dr Claudio Segré, Chairman of the Foundation, had the great honour of meeting His Royal Highness the Duke…
Nordens Ark is one of the largest zoological institutions in Sweden. It covers a 383 ha area and houses over 80 endangered species. The institution is involved in the reintroduction of local fauna and a number of field projects among…
The Ramat Gan “Safari”, the Zoological Center of Tel Aviv, occupies 250 acres of nature in the heart of a densely populated urban area in Israel. It has the largest animal collection in the Middle East: the African Park and…
Poaching and illegal trade of animals have reached unprecedented and worrying proportions worldwide. This emergency is being tackled by several institutions and international conventions. WWF, already a leader in this field, has established a Global Action Plan with adequate resources…
Based in the Netherlands and supported amongst others by the Dutch Postcode Lottery, Rewilding Europe (RE) wants to make Europe a wilder place, with much more space for wildlife, wilderness and natural processes. Bringing back the variety of life for all…
Founded by Mark and Sarah Tompkins, the Samara Private Game Reserve was developed as a platform whereby like-minded conservationists can contribute to the preservation of global biodiversity of the Great Karoo (South Africa). Their main mission is to restore the…
The Tisch Family Zoological Gardens, also known as the Jerusalem Biblical Zoo, opened in 1993. Stretching across almost 100 acres, it is ranked year after year as one of the top tourist sites in Israel and has become a bridge between communities.…
The Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is a UK charity, established in 1994, offering awards and grants to outstanding nature conservationists around the world. Its aims are to cooperate financially with some of the world’s most dynamic nature conservation leaders, to support work…
The World Wide Fund For Nature (WWF), conceived in 1961, is one of the world’s largest conservation organisations. The central secretariat for the network – WWF International – is located in Gland, Switzerland. Its mission is to stop the degradation…
The Zoological Society of London (ZSL) granted an important distinction to Fondation Segré in February 2012. Dr Claudio Segré was appointed an Honorary Conservation Fellow of ZSL in recognition of his contribution.
The Zoological Society of London (ZSL), founded in 1826, is a charity in England and Wales devoted to the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. Its strategic aims are to undertake and promote high quality zoological research to achieve its conservation…
As a conservation centre, Zurich Zoo focuses on eco systems and the protection of species. The zoo is involved with international breeding programmes (EEP, ESB) and, if possible, helps find animals for resettlement programmes. The animals at Zurich Zoo are…