20 Years of Roar
Celebrating 20 years in 2025, African People & Wildlife continues its mission to create innovative solutions for human-wildlife coexistence. Together, we’re building a future where people and wildlife thrive—for decades to come.
We protect wildlife, invest in people, and restore balance to Africa’s vital ecosystems.
Our Mission
Africa’s wild places impact the health of our Earth. We work to conserve iconic species like elephants and lions, uplift the communities who live alongside them, and preserve the landscapes they all share.
Our Priorities
We recognize the deep linkages between people, wildlife, and the diverse ecosystems they call home. Together with communities and other partners, we focus on priorities that deliver win-win, sustainable solutions for people and nature.
Land and Water
Wildlife
People
Building Connections with ACTIVE™ Community Engagement
Unlock the power of ACTIVE™ Community Engagement and create meaningful relationships with local communities for successful conservation outcomes. See how our workshops, retreats, and customized consulting services can help.
A Regional Center of Conservation Innovation
The Noloholo Environmental Center is the only education and training facility of its kind in northern Tanzania – and will soon become Africa’s first center of excellence for holistic conservation.
We Address Some of Our World’s Most Pressing Challenges
Our holistic approach to conservation is grounded in a set of overarching themes that we integrate across all of our programs.
Climate-Smart, Community-Driven Conservation
African People & Wildlife uses sustainable and adaptive solutions to reduce the impacts of climate change while supporting the needs and rights of local communities.
Explore Our Work
Finding the Balance for Communities and Nature
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Watch to learn how we partner with communities to create a world where Africa’s people and wildlife thrive in vibrant, healthy landscapes.
2030 Strategic Plan
In African People & Wildlife's updated 2030 strategic plan, we share our bold vision to drive effective, measurable, and lasting outcomes for people and nature.
Community, Conservation, and Collaboration
Our essential framework – created in partnership with the National Geographic Society – advances meaningful solutions for engaging communities in conservation.
Discover What's New
From Giraffes to Grasslands: 10 Reasons to Stand with African People & Wildlife in 2025
Celebrate 20 years of impact with African People & Wildlife and discover 10 powerful ways your support can create a lasting legacy for communities and wildlife in 2025.
Progress in Action: APW’s Top 10 Highlights of 2024
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In 2024, we experienced moments that mirrored our mission to protect nature and uplift communities—testaments to the power of collaboration and innovation. Join us as we look back on the people, places, and wildlife that made this year unforgettable!
Our Impact
Rebounding Wildlife
Recovering and stabilizing populations of key wildlife species, including the African lion and the fringe-eared oryx
Empowered Women and Girls
Improved income retention, education, and employment opportunities in support of greater gender equality
Peaceful Coexistence
Greater tolerance for living with wildlife, including in landscapes with previously high levels of conflict
Resilient Landscapes
Improved monitoring of critical grasslands and increased habitat protection efforts by communities