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JG Collomb

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CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Network πŸ˜πŸ†πŸ¦πŸ¦“ Connecting philanthropic investors with a global network of field-based conservation leaders🀝

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β€˜An epidemic of suffering’: Why are conservationists breaking down? In December 2024, Rachel Graham, executive director of the Belize-based marine nonprofit MarAlliance, posted on LinkedIn that she knew β€œ5 wildlife & conservation scientists who have taken their lives ...

Conservation isn’t just a career; it’s a labor of love that can truly break your heart. To everyone on the front lines of conservation: your empathy is a gift, and the weight you carry is real. Please know you are seen and deeply respected.

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06.03.2026 18:58 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition | California Academy of Sciences | Big Picture Nature Photo Contest

The @calacademy.bsky.social Big Picture photography competition is in its final weeks! Enter by EOD March 1 for your shot at over $12k in prizes.
As one of the judges, I can’t wait to see your amazing nature, wildlife & conservation images!

Submit at www.bigpicturecompetition.org

23.02.2026 19:55 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Conservation programs must embrace causal evidence when evaluating impact (commentary) In 2006, Paul Ferraro and Subhrendu Pattanayak issued an urgent warning: conservation lacked the causal evidence needed to know what actually works. This mattered because decades of conservation effor...

Tanya O'Garra's commentary gets at something I've been thinking about a lot lately: how do we actually know if conservation works?

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09.02.2026 22:05 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

#HappyNewYear! In '25 @wildnetorg.bsky.social's donor community supported field programs across 69 different countries, sustaining effective solutions that protect over 210 species. Thanks for helping us equip conservationists to protect the wildlife & wild places that make our planet extraordinary🌿

06.01.2026 00:54 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Navigating Conservation Challenges and Celebrating Success | State of WCN 2025
Navigating Conservation Challenges and Celebrating Success | State of WCN 2025 YouTube video by Wildlife Conservation Network

Our supporters are the backbone of @wildnetorg.bsky.social's conservation efforts.
Watch our 2025 recap to join us in celebrating what we’ve achieved together & where we’re headed! www.youtube.com/watch?v=xp57...

18.12.2025 23:26 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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To fix the climate, simply empower Indigenous people (commentary) Climate change is the defining issue of our age. While nations search for complex technological solutions at this year’s high-stakes climate meeting in the Amazon city of BelΓ©m, a simpler yet…

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A new op-ed argues that a simple yet powerful climate solution is just waiting in the wings: empowering the world’s most powerful protectors of forests and nature β€” Indigenous people β€” and letting them point the way.

** The views expressed are the author's.

12.11.2025 21:02 πŸ‘ 29 πŸ” 12 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 4
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What an incredibly powerful experience!
It was an honor to participate in the post-performance discussion of the world premiere of Voice of the Animals @climatemusic.bsky.social.
Art & science, when brought together, offer a unique, visceral pathway to understanding the urgency of what’s at stake.

12.11.2025 21:49 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Our grantees Wildlife Trust of India recently released a young Chinese pangolin that was found by locals in a village near Noney, Manipur.
Deemed fit for release, the healthy 1 year old male pangolin was safely returned to the wild. Amazing and inspiring collaborative work⚑

15.10.2025 23:27 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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That’s a wrap on Expo '25!
2 amazing days of collaboration, conservation, and powerful partnerships between @wildnetorg.bsky.social's supporters & conservation partners.
Thank you @calacademy.bsky.social for hosting Night 1!

Read the recap: wildnet.org/wildlife-con...

πŸ“Έ Lianna Xiaokui Nakashima

22.10.2025 16:29 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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As Federal Government Retreats, A Private Fund to Save Sea Otters Steps in The initiative aims to restore the imperiled animals to the US West Coast to make marine ecosystems more resilient to climate change.

It's not just about saving an animal; it's about healing an entire coast.
When passionate donors & dedicated scientists come together, we can overcome funding gaps & build a wave of support to surf sea otter restoration to success!
@bloomberglp.bsky.social
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10.10.2025 17:52 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Expo was one for the books ✨
Thanks to all who came out to celebrate, connect, & remind us why global community is so important for wildlife conservation. We saw hundreds of new faces & an amazing outpouring of support. Our hearts are overflowing πŸ’š
@calacademy.bsky.social
πŸ“Έ Lianna Xiaokui Nakashima

15.10.2025 19:29 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Unrestricted funding is key for frontline conservation groups: Mongabay podcast The U.S.-based Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN) works to link funders with community-based conservation groups, ensuring that much-needed resources are reaching the frontlines. In a Mongabay Newsca...

The key message I hope resonates: Local conservationists know best how to protect their environments.
Thank you @mongabay.com for spotlighting these important conversations🌿
@wildnetorg.bsky.social
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15.08.2025 23:45 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Lion Recovery Fund: 2025 Progress Report
Lion Recovery Fund: 2025 Progress Report YouTube video by Wildlife Conservation Network

This World Lion Day, supporters like you tipped the balance toward hope. Your support enables @wildnetorg.bsky.social's Lion Recovery Fund to deploy emergency grants that keep experienced rangers in the field. The challenges evolve, but so does our response.
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11.08.2025 17:32 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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With deep gratitude, from Painted Dog Conservation. Thanks to an incredible network of supporters, they have been able to secure this painted dog den area, maintain 24/7 patrols, and equip their teams in the field with essential gear.

29.07.2025 00:14 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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There’s nothing quite like seeing conservation in action. My recent visit to #PaintedDogConservation was both moving & energizing. Watching their team protect painted dogs denning in high-risk areas, while seeing the long-term impact of their community programs, was incredibly inspiring!

08.07.2025 18:30 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Feeling inspired & grateful from the #LionFootprintForum in Victoria Falls. Lots of honest conversations, shared challenges, & big ideas with an amazing group of lion conservationists.
Huge thanks to #LionRecoveryFund supporters, The Walt Disney Company, Maliasili, & @wildnetorg.bsky.social

08.07.2025 18:15 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Inspired by Jeneria Lekilelei of Ewaso Lions for leading meaningful conversations at the #LionFootprintForum on the emerging challenges of camel husbandry & lion coexistence in Samburu, Kenya. Grateful to see Forum participants contributing ideas to help local communities & lions thrive together.

02.07.2025 17:33 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Proud of my colleague Bwalya and her fellow Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders for their thoughtful engagement at the Lion Footprint Forum!
Great to see the next generation of conservation leaders bringing fresh perspective and commitment to lion conservation.

01.07.2025 18:43 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Uniting plantations to save Bornean elephants: Interview with Farina Othman In 2006, Farina Othman heard a loud boom when she was observing a group of Bornean elephants in a forest in the Lower Kinabatangan area, one of the largest floodplains in Malaysia. She recognized that...

So proud of my colleague Farina Othman & her groundbreaking, innovative work with #SeratuAatai. Her collaborative approach is exactly what conservation needs - uniting local communities, palm oil companies, & government to protect the last Bornean elephants.

news.mongabay.com/2025/06/unit...

27.06.2025 17:19 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Emergency Relief Fund - Wildlife Conservation Network

When the 90-day stop-work order hit U.S. foreign assistance, @wildnetorg.bsky.social donors stepped up. We raised $1.36 million in emergency funding!
These donations remind us that community commitment endures, even in challenging times.
Latest updates: wildnet.org/emergency-relief-fund/

04.06.2025 23:39 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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New Rising Wildlife Leaders Cohort to Focus on Rhinos - Rhino Recovery Fund The International Rhino Foundation (IRF) and the Wildlife Conservation Network are partnering to launch a new wildlife leadership program focusing entirely on rhino conservation practitioners.Β This tr...

I'm thrilled to share the launch of @wildnetorg.bsky.social's first-ever Rising Wildlife Leaders – Rhino Careers cohort in partnership with the #InternationalRhinoFoundation!
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22.05.2025 22:13 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Together, we raised over $54 million for conservationΒ β€” that's how boldly our community stepped up to save threatened wildlife last year!
Read @wildnetorg.bsky.social’s Annual Report for more: wildnet.org/wp-content/u...

30.04.2025 18:15 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey | Official Trailer | Netflix
Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey | Official Trailer | Netflix YouTube video by Netflix

An unprecedented look at the world's most trafficked mammal, "Pangolin: Kulu's Journey" is a story that’s been waiting to be told.
Through @pangolincrisisfund.bsky.social, we’re honored to partner with Pippa Ehrlich to connect the world to these remarkable creatures.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=4s0u...

28.03.2025 00:24 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Kenyans grapple with elephants destroying crops Due to drought, climate change & scarce resources in Kenya, elephants are getting closer to villages in their hunt for food.

#SaveTheElephants is pioneering innovative win-win solutions that safeguard livelihoods while respecting elephants' right to exist🐘
@wildnetorg.bsky.social is proud to team up with them on the #ElephantCrisisFund to support effective conservation initiatives like this! abcnews.go.com/Internationa...

19.03.2025 18:38 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0