WildAid’s Post

We were honored to see our work celebrated on the iconic Piccadilly Lights last week! We joined our fellow #EarthshotPrize winners and finalists for London Climate Action Week where we explored innovative ways to amplify our impact and drive positive change for our planet. One of the highlights was the takeover of the Piccadilly Lights, capturing this moment of hope and inspiration. Watch the reactions and celebrate with us here: https://lnkd.in/ei9BU8Ff We are incredibly proud to be part of The Earthshot Prize family and to continue our mission to protect wildlife and marine ecosystems. Thank you to everyone who supports our journey! #LCAW2024 #EarthshotPrize

Last week, in a significant milestone for marine conservation, WildAid unveiled a new patrol boat, named “Albacore,” during a ceremony in Libreville, Gabon. The vessel was presented to Gabon’s General Directorate of Fisheries and Aquaculture, marking a new chapter in the battle against destructive illegal fishing in Gabon’s waters. The Albacore is more than just a boat; it symbolizes the collective efforts and support of WildAid’s dynamic donors, who believe in preserving Gabon’s incredible marine biodiversity.  Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ggcA3EKW

“The power of collective individual action is incredible and essential and will move us forward.” —Meaghan Brosnan, WildAid CEO Greetings from London Climate Action Week! Meaghan Brosnan took the stage today at The Earthshot Prize ‘Stories of Impact’ event to share updates on WildAid’s recent work to restore our oceans and what gives her hope for the future. It’s been a motivating and inspiring week collaborating with like-minded innovators focused on speeding climate solutions to scale. Conservation is a team sport! Tune in to the full event here: https://lnkd.in/gxH8uHwr #LCAW2024 #EarthshotPrize

Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula is a stunning region where the Gulf of Mexico meets the Caribbean Sea, teeming with diverse and productive ecosystems. Its coastal lagoons, mangrove forests, and coral reefs are home to a variety of wildlife, including four species of sea turtles, 34 species of coral, and 24 species of sharks and rays. However, these ecosystems face threats from illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, which jeopardizes the health of marine life and the sustainability of local fisheries. This clandestine activity often goes unchecked due to insufficient enforcement resources and inadequate surveillance, making it a persistent and escalating challenge for local communities worldwide. Here's how local communities are taking on this threat and protecting Yucatán’s marine ecosystems. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gmx5e-NU

We’re thrilled to be in London with The Earthshot Prize and our fellow 2023 Earthshot Prize Finalists for London Climate Action Week! We’re looking forward to an inspiring week of collaboration and innovation, dedicated to scaling solutions that can make a real difference in the fight against climate change. #LCAW2024 #EarthshotPrize

WildAid's John Baker took the stage at Rare's BE. Hive conference last week to share how WildAid uses behavior change to reduce consumption of shark fin and build a constituency that supports shark and ocean conservation. A huge thank you to Rare for organizing such an inspiring event filled with so many impactful voices—we were honored to be a part of it!

We're proud to celebrate 10 years of sea turtle conservation in Ecuador! Ecuador’s coastal waters provide an ideal habitat for five sea turtle species (Green, Leatherback, Olive-Ridley, Loggerhead, and Hawksbill), making the country an important site for conservation. For the past decade, WildAid has supported NGOs, park rangers, and volunteers across Ecuador's coast on various sea turtle conservation projects including marking and protecting nests, releasing more than 350,000 sea turtle hatchlings into the sea in these ten years, and educating the local community about the importance of sea turtles. Last week, we had the honor of presenting this work at the COP11 Inter-American Convention for the Protection and Conservation of Sea Turtles. Sharing our experience and learning from other conservationists was an inspiring step towards a future where sea turtles thrive.