I'm often asked about ifaw's Academy of Rescue & Conservation (ARC) and what we aim to achieve in establishing it. It's simple: turn every call of distress into an opportunity to save an animal & advance our collective knowledge. Learn more here: rb.gy/4e3ptl

We owe a lot of thanks to the #animals we share this planet with. They are #climate heroes, #ecosystems stewards, #wildlife defenders, and are giving humans a chance to change our trajectory. 💙 🐘🐳 🐝 Learn more: g.ifaw.org/46FZnmn

#InternationalDayOfTheWorldsIndigenousPeoples is an important reminder that Indigenous Peoples must be at the centre of #conservation conversations to create positive change. IFAW’s Inua Kijiji project empowers rural women living near #wildlife to gain income via beadmaking. 💙

Roxy & Jos, the mother & son team at the helm of our partners Wild is Life, tell the amazing story of two #elephants & how every animal makes an impact for future generations. Today is #WorldElephantDay, & with your support, we look forward to helping even more 🐘.

#Japan caught its first fin whale in commercial whaling operations in 50 years. 🐳 #Whales are already up against ongoing threats—this is a major setback for global whale #conservation. Learn more: g.ifaw.org/46QdGEH 📷: © Australian Customs and Border Protection Service

We are delighted that Rori has arrived and been settled with the team Natuurhulpcentrum for his temporary stay there and Yuna continues her journey back with Cam Whitnall and BCS curator Briony. We hope to welcome them soon!🦁🧡

Yuna has safely arrived at her permanent home at The Big Cat Sanctuary! 💙 She can now enjoy a peaceful life in a spacious habitat. Rori was evacuated from #Ukraine at the same time as Yuna & is settling well in his temporary home in #Belgium. 🦁🦁 Learn more: g.ifaw.org/3YPYjuf

Our planet is in peril. Animals can help save it. The nature crisis & climate crisis are recognised as two sides of the same coin. Wildlife conservation can address both, but only if we recognise its potential in combating climate change. #ClimateEmergency g.ifaw.org/3Mf1a8q

Wild animals are being beaten to death, stolen from the wild, and poisoned here in the UK by ruthless wildlife criminals. The public want them punished, but they routinely get off scot-free, according to our latest study. Learn more: ⬇️ #StopWildlifeCrime g.ifaw.org/4fTVWMT

Wild animals beaten to death, stolen from the wild, and poisoned in the UK by ruthless wildlife criminals. The public want them punished, but they routinely get off scot-free, according to our latest study. Thanks, The Independent for covering the story. independent.co.uk/climate-change…

IFAW wants the government to make wildlife crime a "notifiable offence" and is calling for a central database to report and record all incidents: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

This rhino calf was washed away after floods in Assam, India. The team at Wildlife Trust of India worked with other responders to rescue & move the calf to their Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation. Learn more: g.ifaw.org/3yP90m9 📷: Amitabha Choudhury / © IFAW-WTI

On the frontline against #poaching, our newest furry warriors are Wana & Themba. On this #InternationalDogDay, let's celebrate their efforts & the unique roles our loyal companions play in #conservation and saving lives. 🐾🐶 Learn more: ⬇️ #DogsWithJobs g.ifaw.org/49OpFTy

We are grateful to all candidates of the #EUelections2024 who supported our pledges. Congratulations to the newly elected Members of the European Parliament! We look forward to working together to ensure animals and people thrive. ifaw.org/international/…

The moment Yuna takes her first steps on grass for the first time in her life…💛🥹 Rescuing Yuna from the war in Ukraine, giving her a second chance at life, and now seeing her feel fresh air and grass for the first time—it’s incredibly special and beautiful. #BigCatsInCrisis

146 dolphins were involved in a mass-stranding off Cape Cod & it was confirmed as the largest mass stranding of mammals in US history. We're so proud of the team of experts & volunteers who tirelessly worked for days to make this heroic rescue possible. g.ifaw.org/3LWADg4

This Eastern quoll sustained severe facial injuries, including the loss of an eye. Thanks to our partners at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, Olly received the best possible treatment and now permanently resides there. He is also part of the Tasmanian Quoll Conservation Programme! Good luck, Olly!

The African Penguin is in serious trouble. 🐧Their population is declining by around 8% every year. IFAW & SANCCOB have been partners for over 20 years, working together to support policy changes that will allow #penguin populations to rebound! 💙🌍

New rescue 💛 These three leopard #cats were recently rescued in Arunachal Pradesh in northeast #India and are now being hand raised with our partners Wildlife Trust of India at the Centre for Bear Rehabilitation and Conservation. #Caturday #AnimalRescue