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The 2021 Membership Challenge is of historic importance. We will soon launch the first expedition to Fernandina in the hopes of finding a mate for Fernanda, but we need your support. Your donation will be doubled by a generous donor to help reach our $120,000 goal!
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About Us
The mission of Galapagos Conservancy is to protect the unique biodiversity and ecosystems of Galapagos by supporting research and management, informing public policy, and building a sustainable society. Galapagos Conservancy believes in the power of collaboration, favoring investments in local and national organizations that have the authority and responsibility for protecting this extraordinary world treasure. By building partnerships and leveraging already existing capacities within Galapagos organizations, we can enhance what already exists to achieve greater success. Our unique relationship with the Government of Ecuador ensures that our institutional mission and objectives are completely aligned with Ecuador’s vision for the archipelago and its residents.
Priority Programs
- Giant Tortoise Restoration Initiative
- Education for Sustainability
- Wildlife & Ecosystem Conservation
- Sustainable Society
Our Leadership
- Paul Salaman – President
- Johannah E. Barry – Founder & President Emeritus
- Dr. James Gibbs – Co-Leader, Giant Tortoise Restoration Initiative
- Richard Knab – Director of Strategic Partnerships
- Washington Tapia – Director, Giant Tortoise Restoration Initiative
- Roslyn Cameron – Galapagos Liaison
Featured Media
Additional Media Resources
- Galapagos Conservancy Fact Sheet
- Photos for Media Use
- Española Tortoise Return: Video
- Fernandina Expedition FAQ
- GTRI Tortoise Conservation Map
- Galapagos Conservancy Logos
- 2017/18 Galapagos Report (research)
- Galapagos Report prior issues
- Galapagos News (biannual newsletter)
- Galapagos Conservancy Projects
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Latest News
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Expedition Reveals Pink Land Iguana is on the Verge of Extinction
08.27.21 AUGUST 27, 2021 Conservation action is urgently required with an estimated... More >
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“Extinct” for 112 Years: Galapagos Giant Tortoise Rediscovery Confirmed
05.25.21 MAY 25, 2021 Urgent expeditions will be launched to find mate and save species.... More >
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NASA, Galapagos Conservancy Partner on Rewilding Galapagos Program
05.19.21 May 19, 2021 The Galapagos Islands have been the focus of perhaps the largest-scale... More >
Latest Blog Posts
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Joining the Global Conservation Community at the IUCN World Congress
By Paul Salaman, Gal pagos Conservancy President More than 5,700 conservation... More >
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Rediscovering the Giant Tortoises and Magical Landscapes of Alcedo Volcano
By Wacho Tapia, Director of the Giant Tortoise Restoration Initiative Alcedo... More >
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Documenting Galapagos Giant Tortoises: Walking Among Modern Dinosaurs
By Lucas Bustamante, co-founder at Tropical Herping and Giant Tortoise Restoration... More >
