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JG Collomb
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CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Network 🐘🐆🦏🦓
Connecting philanthropic investors with a global network of field-based conservation leaders🤝
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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 — Indigenous people — and letting them point the way.

** The views expressed are the author's.
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 Belém, a simpler yet…
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November 12, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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.
November 12, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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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⚡
October 15, 2025 at 11:27 PM
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...

📸 Lianna Xiaokui Nakashima
October 22, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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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
www.bloomberg.com/news/feature...
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.
www.bloomberg.com
October 10, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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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 💚
@calacademy.bsky.social
📸 Lianna Xiaokui Nakashima
October 15, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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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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...
news.mongabay.com
August 15, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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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Lion Recovery Fund: 2025 Progress Report
YouTube video by Wildlife Conservation Network
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August 11, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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.
July 29, 2025 at 12:14 AM
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!
July 8, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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
July 8, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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.
July 2, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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.
July 1, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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...
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...
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June 27, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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/
Emergency Relief Fund - Wildlife Conservation Network
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June 4, 2025 at 11:39 PM
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!
rhinorecoveryfund.org/new-rising-w...
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. This tr...
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May 22, 2025 at 10:14 PM
Together, we raised over $54 million for conservation — 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...
April 30, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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...
Pangolin: Kulu’s Journey | Official Trailer | Netflix
YouTube video by Netflix
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March 28, 2025 at 12:24 AM
#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...
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.
abcnews.go.com
March 19, 2025 at 6:38 PM