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World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is an international conservation organization dedicated to preserving biodiversity, protecting endangered species, restoring ecosystems, addressing climate change, and promoting sustainable development. Through science, advocacy, partnerships, and community engagement, WWF works to build a future where people live in harmony with nature.

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For a Living Planet

WWF was founded in 1961 and has grown into one of the world's leading environmental organizations. Its mission is to stop the degradation of the planet's natural environment and build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature. WWF focuses on wildlife conservation, climate action, sustainable food systems, forests, oceans, freshwater resources, and environmental policy advocacy.

  • Wildlife Conservation
  • Climate Change
  • Forest Protection
  • Ocean Conservation
  • Freshwater Sustainability
  • Sustainable Food Systems
  • Community-Based Conservation
  • Environmental Policy & Advocacy

Features

Why work with us

Global Presence

Operating conservation programs in more than 100 countries

Science-Based Solutions

Research-driven environmental protection strategies.

Species Protection

Focused efforts to save endangered wildlife.

Climate Leadership

Programs addressing climate adaptation and mitigation.

By the numbers

Numbers that tell our story

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Founded

Over six decades of conservation leadership

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Active Projects

Environmental programs across ecosystems

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Supporters

Global community supporting WWF initiatives

Testimonials

Loved by teams everywhere

WWF provides meaningful opportunities to contribute to wildlife conservation.

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Sarah Johnson

Environmental Supporter · WWF Donor

A trusted global leader in environmental protection and advocacy.

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Michael Green

Sustainability Consultant · Independent

Excellent educational resources and conservation programs.

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Emma Carter

Educator · Wild Classroom Participant

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Recognitions

Recognition

Achievements & milestones

A snapshot of the awards, recognition and key moments along the journey.

Champions of the Earth Recognition

Conservation Achievement Awards

Environmental Leadership Honors

Global Sustainability Recognition

WWF Founded

1961

Establishment of WWF as a global conservation organization.

Expansion to Global Network

1970s–1980s

Expansion into dozens of countries worldwide.

Launch of Earth Hour Partnership

2007

Support for the world's largest environmental awareness campaign.

Tiger Population Recovery Initiatives

2010–Present

Major investments in tiger conservation programs.

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