New President and CEO
"I know the challenge is daunting but I believe we can do it." Meet Monica Medina as she begins her leadership role at WCS.
Watch NowSummit for a New Global Financing Pact
“This Summit and the leadership shown by the countries gathered here today in Paris, could be the architects of a Bretton Woods for Nature,” said WCS President and CEO Monica Medina in a statement. “Then, and only then, might history judge that we finally moved from recognition, to commitment, to action.”
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We Stand for Wildlife: Renaissance
We believe the global recovery of nature is possible within the lifetime of a child born today. Our strengths and expertise over the past 128 years have positioned us to meet the urgency of this moment.
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Zoos and Aquarium
Through our five zoological parks in New York, we're able to connect people to animals and nature and inspire them to care about conservation.
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Education
WCS has been advancing science education and increasing ecological literacy since 1929. Today, more than 150,000 students participate in classes, tours, and outreach programs each year at our four zoos and our aquarium.
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WCS and Communities
Across the planet we collaborate with Indigenous Peoples and local communities to achieve a shared vision for a more secure and resilient future.
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In the news
World Oceans Day
It’s my hope that we can come together and act for our youth, writes WCS's Monica Media. That we can protect the majesty of the deep blue so that future generations can unlock its secrets and vast potential.
Stem the Tide
Coral reef health is fundamentally interconnected with human health. We need urgent global action to tackle the pollution crisis to protect both.
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