How Born Free helps protect elephants in the wild
From our very first field project to cutting edge innovation today, Born Free is devoted to impactful elephant conservation, reports Conservation Manager Penny Banham.
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In Conversation: Francis Kago, Saving Meru’s Giants
Following our recent Hope for Elephants appeal launch, we spoke with Francis Kago, Project Officer for our Saving Meru’s Giants programme in the heart of the Meru Conservation Area, Kenya – dedicated to protecting elephants in the wild.
No pressies please!
Today, we celebrate our remarkable Co-Founder & Executive President Will Travers OBE’s birthday. But this year, as Will explains, he ‘just’ wants elephants (and all wild animals) to be safe.
Born Free offers Hope for Elephants
A future without elephants is unimaginable. Born Free’s new appeal offers a lifeline for one of Africa’s most iconic species.
Born Free attends inaugural Wildlife Scientific Conference
Our Kenyan team was thrilled to present the impact of our conservation programmes at the first-ever Wildlife Scientific Conference, in Naivasha, Kenya
Elephants in Zoos? Enough is Enough
On the 40th anniversary of Pole Pole’s death, Born Free releases powerful animation, voiced by Founder Patron Joanna Lumley, and new petition calling for an Elephant-free UK.
Twiggy the elephant: we will never forget
Born Free is sad to report that Twiggy, who lived alone at Belgrade Zoo for 26 years, has died.
Born free’s latest ivory investigation
Our most recent UK ivory investigation reveals an encouraging reduction in ivory listings, but there is still work to be done.
Why do elephants have trunks… and what are they for?
On World Elephant Day, we take a closer look this unique feature!
Ban on hunting trophies a step nearer
The Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill passed its Second Reading in the House of Lords on 16th June, and will now progress to a Committee of the Whole House.