Global Networks for Wilderness and Stewardship
Protecting wilderness at a global scale
WILD works with and supports a range of independent wilderness and protected area conservation networks that bring together Indigenous leaders, scientists, policymakers, and local stewards. These platforms share knowledge, strengthen principles, and advance action for wild places around the world.
Global Rewilding Alliance
The Global Rewilding Alliance is an expanding international network of partner organizations working to restore wild lands and seas through rewilding and ecosystem recovery. By supporting wildlife comeback and working alongside Indigenous peoples, local communities, and conservation leaders, the alliance promotes the renewal of healthy ecosystems that benefit nature, people, and the planet. Founded in 2021 by Vance Martin, Karl Wagner, and Magnus Sylvén, with support from the WILD Foundation and partners committed to the Charter for Rewilding the Earth, the alliance reflects a shared commitment to global collaboration and ecosystem recovery in support of a wild and healthy world.
Explore the Global Rewilding AllianceNorth American Intergovernmental Committee on Cooperation for Protected Areas Conservation (NAPA)
The North American Intergovernmental Committee on Cooperation for Protected Areas Conservation (NAPA Committee) fosters the exchange of ideas, experiences, best practices, and innovative solutions on shared conservation opportunities. NAPA comprises six of the largest North American land and resource management agencies, which together manage 15% of the continental landmass. The Committee was established through a Memorandum of Understanding signed at WILD9, the 9th World Wilderness Congress, convened by WILD in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico. WILD continues to serve as facilitator, supporting the continuity of the Committee’s work.
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Nature Needs Half
Nature Needs Half is a global, science-based initiative and coalition advocating for the protection and interconnection of at least 50% of the Earth’s land and sea to sustain biodiversity and healthy ecosystems. The initiative was formally launched in 2009 by the WILD Foundation at the 9th World Wilderness Congress in Mérida, Mexico, and continues to guide international dialogue, policy, and collaboration around ambitious conservation targets. WILD continues to steward and support this network.
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Wilderness Foundation Global (WFG) is a family alliance of independent organizations inspired by the shared legacy of Magqubu Ntombela and Dr. Ian Player. The alliance brings together the WILD Foundation, Wilderness Foundation Africa, Wilderness Foundation UK, and the Wilderness Leadership School to strengthen wilderness leadership, deepen collaboration, and support shared initiatives such as the World Wilderness Congress and Nature Needs Half.
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Wilderness Specialist Group
The Wilderness Specialist Group is a global network of experts within the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas (WCPA) that advances the science, policy, and stewardship of wilderness worldwide. Originally initiated through collaboration between WILD and WCPA and formally recognized by IUCN in 2009, the group helps strengthen wilderness guidance, Category 1b protected area standards, and connections between IUCN processes and the World Wilderness Congress. WILD provides facilitation and secretariat support for the group’s ongoing work.
Learn how to sign up for WSG here.
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