Dambwa Pride released!
Category Archives: Conservation & Activism
Eight Trips for Animal Lovers
Recently, CNN-GO published a list of eight worldwide travel destinations for people looking to get more out of their vacations than a few pictures and a suntan, and we were delighted to see that among the animal volunteer opportunities listed was ALERT's Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, Lion Rehabilitation and Release Program.
What’s in a Number?
From 450,000 lions in the 1940s to 23,000 today. Sobering to describe what's in that number.
BREAKING NEWS: Meet the Dambwa Pride
We were surprised and very happy to hear the news this weekend that ALERT is gearing up to release their second pride into a purpose-built enclosure at their Livingstone, Zambia, location.
Meet the Ngamo Pride
September 1st will mark the one year anniversary of the release of the Ngamo Pride.
ALERT – A Primer
The African Lion & Environmental Research Trust works with all sectors of society throughout Africa to promote the development of sustainable lion conservation management plans. ALERT is proud to foster partnerships with stakeholders to collaboratively develop and implement African solutions to African challenges. ALERT promotes community action by raising awareness, motivating and empowering people to protect and restore their environment and improve livelihoods.
Lions in Peril
Panthera leo, the lion, Africa's most iconic symbol, is dwindling in numbers at an alarming rate.