Wild Welfare US (WWUS), a sister organisation to the internationally recognised Wild Welfare, is delighted to announce the launch of a new website, www.wildwelfare-us.org. This new online home for Wild Welfare US is an exciting landmark in the history of the organisation, providing a useful hub of information for wildlife carers and advocates for animal welfare globally.
The new website’s design and development has taken months to complete, with new content updates to be added regularly. The organisation’s mission and vision, to enhance animal welfare in captivity throughout the world is explored across the site, and features extensive information on the charity’s international work. It also provides valuable animal welfare resources, demonstrates transparent reporting on their impact, along with a clear outline of their strategic goals for future animal welfare initiatives.
“The rollout of our new site is an exciting next step for Wild Welfare US,” said Margaret Whittaker, Executive Director for Wild Welfare US. “Website focal points will illustrate our international projects and, most critically, provide an array of resources to those on the front lines of enhancing animal welfare. We will regularly add new elements of information to the website. Information exchange and building relationships are essential to successfully carrying out the mission of WWUS on a global scale.” Margaret explained.
Wild Welfare US, established as a 501(c)(3) not for profit in 2022, works closely with sister organization Wild Welfare, a registered charity in the UK. Like its UK counterpart, WWUS follows the same founding principles to bring about positive reform for captive wild animals by developing practical, evidenced-based solutions creating positive change for animal welfare. This collaboration enables the provision of broader-reaching spheres of work by capitalizing on the diverse talents within both charities. The decision to operate the two organisations independently was principally strategic. As Wild Welfare Director, Simon Marsh, explains, “Though our organisations share common mission, vision, and brand aesthetics, it was decided to run the organisations independently to allow us to capitalize on the strengths and talents of both Wild Welfare teams, thus expanding our global reach.” This separation allows both entities to cultivate specialised teams and tailor their approaches to regional needs, maximising their combined influence.
WWUS’ significant international projects include elephant welfare in Southeast Asia and China where elephant caregivers are provided with training in the comprehensive care of Asian and African elephants, and working with the Brazilian Zoo and Aquarium Association to advance the organisation’s animal welfare certification process and train members in modern animal welfare practice.
“It’s a most remarkable experience to see and be a part of the transformation of animal care programs. In particular, the elephant care program at Lok Kawi Wildlife Park, which has seen significant changes, giving the elephants more freedoms, allowing their personalities and behaviours to change and diversify, and watching the elephant care staff truly blossom under a protected contact style of management is an indescribable joy and honour”, Margaret remarked.
Wild Welfare US welcomes the public, welfare advocates, and animal care professionals to visit the charity’s new online home to see how they can be a part of and support the mission to improve the lives of captive wild animals. A donation portal is now live, allowing patrons to easily contribute and support the charity’s vital projects. Every dollar donated brings us one step closer to realising a world where all captive wild animals receive the lifeline they need to thrive.
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