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WAZA Welcomes New Member – International Crane Foundation Posted: 11 December 2025 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is pleased to welcome the International Crane Foundation (ICF) as a new Institution Member. From its headquarters in Baraboo, Wisconsin, and field offices across Africa and Asia, the International Crane Foundation has been a leader […]

Celebrating Excellence – Announcing the Winners of the 2025 WAZA Awards Posted: 3 November 2025 WAZA is delighted to share the results of the 2025 WAZA Awards, which were presented during the Gala Dinner of the 80th WAZA Annual Conference in Cali, Colombia, last Thursday.  Each year, WAZA celebrates excellence, leadership, and innovation across our

Cologne Zoo to Host the 81st WAZA Annual Conference in 2026 Posted: 31 October 2025 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is delighted to announce that the 81st WAZA Annual Conference will be hosted by Cologne Zoo, Germany, from 25 to 29 October 2026. The announcement was made during the Annual General Assembly

WAZA Welcomes New Member – SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi Posted: 8 October 2025 WAZA warmly welcomes SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi as a new institution member. SeaWorld Yas Island is a marine life theme park committed to inspiring ocean conservation through its ‘One Ocean’ story. This narrative informs every aspect of the visitor experience,

WAZA Welcomes New Member – Al Ain Zoo Posted: 10 September 2025 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is pleased to welcome Al Ain Zoo, in the United Arab Emirates, as a new Institution Member.  Al Ain Zoo is the largest zoo in the Middle East and home to more than 4,000 animals.

WAZA Announces 2025–2027 Council Following Record Election Participation Posted: 5 September 2025 Meet Your 2025–2027 WAZA Council We are delighted to share the results of the 2025–2027 WAZA Council Elections. This year, an outstanding 86% of WAZA voting members cast their votes, a significant rise compared with 75% in 2021–2023 and 71% in 2023–2025. This

WAZA Welcomes New Member – Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium Posted: 27 August 2025 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is pleased to welcome Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, US, as a new Institution Member. Founded with the mission “We connect people to wildlife, inspiring our communities to conserve nature for future generations,” the Pittsburgh

WAZA and RSPO Renew Partnership to Drive Responsible Sourcing and Address Biodiversity Loss Posted: 31 July 2025 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is proud to announce the renewal of its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), reaffirming WAZA’s commitment to addressing biodiversity loss by, among other

WAZA Welcomes New Member – Natural Encounters, Inc. Posted: 29 July 2025 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is pleased to welcome Natural Encounters, Inc., based in Florida, US, as a new Corporate Member.  Founded in 1991, Natural Encounters, Inc. brings over three decades of experience in animal behaviour, professional training, and educational

WAZA Welcomes New Member – Rewild Safaris Posted: 3 June 2025 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is pleased to welcome Rewild Safaris, in the US, as a new corporate member.  Rewild Safaris designs wildlife journeys that both inspire travellers and support global conservation. By partnering with leading zoos, aquariums, museums and conservation