Born Free celebrates World Environment Day in Kenya
From collecting rubbish, to planting trees and demonstrating wildlife art, young people inspired their entire community on this special global day.
News & Updates
The latest news, blogs and features from Born Free.
Born Free responds to new Bovine TB Strategy for England
The UK Government’s new strategy shifts emphasis to cattle, but leaves the door open for further wildlife persecution.
Portugal’s last circus elephant gets ready for new life
Julie the elephant is undergoing the final preparations for her move to Pangea Elephant Sanctuary.
Happy Birthday Dame Virginia!
Join us in celebrating the 95th birthday of our beloved Co-Founder, Dame Virginia McKenna.
Urgent action needed to combat environmental crime
This World Environment Day, Born Free emphasises the urgent need for international action to combat wildlife and environmental crime.
Nominations open for Born Free Youth & Junior Ambassadors
Aged between 8 and 18, with a passion for wild animals? Keen to share your passion with the world? This could be your chance!
Progress For Penguins
Born Free acknowledges positive progress concerning the Gentoo penguins held at SEA LIFE London Aquarium.
Marineland orca update: May 2026
Born Free joins Dolphinaria-Free Europe in calling for French authorities to reconsider transferring orcas to Loro Parque.
Pandemic Agreement delay risks slowing pandemic prevention
Despite being adopted by the World Health Assembly in May 2025, a year later key details that would allow it to enter into force have still not been agreed.
Badger culling in Britain has ended – but will it last?
The government’s decision not to renew the last culling licence in Cumbria has finally ended one of the country's most disastrous wildlife control policies.