National Wildlife Federation

National Wildlife Federation. The National Wildlife Federation is a United States-based non-profit organization that works to conserve and protect wildlife habitats and ecosystems in North America, in collaboration with The Nature Conservancy, World Wildlife Fund, and International Union for Conservation of Nature. Founded in 1936, the organization has been a leading voice in wildlife conservation, working with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service, and Environmental Protection Agency to protect and preserve endangered species such as the gray wolf, bald eagle, and grizzly bear. The organization's work is supported by National Geographic Society, The Audubon Society, and Sierra Club, among others.

● History

The National Wildlife Federation was established in 1936 by Jay N. Darling, with the support of President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Congressman Aldo Leopold. The organization's early work focused on hunting and fishing regulations, as well as wildlife habitat conservation, in partnership with U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and National Forest Service. Over the years, the organization has worked with Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership, Wildlife Conservation Society, and Defenders of Wildlife to address issues such as climate change, invasive species, and human-wildlife conflict, affecting species like the polar bear, sea turtle, and monarch butterfly. The organization has also collaborated with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and United Nations Environment Programme on international conservation efforts.

● Mission_and_Objectives

The National Wildlife Federation's mission is to unite Americans in wildlife conservation and environmental protection, in partnership with The Wilderness Society, National Wildlife Refuge Association, and Wildlife Habitat Council. The organization's objectives include protecting and restoring wildlife habitats, promoting sustainable land use, and advocating for environmental policies that benefit wildlife and human communities, such as the Endangered Species Act, Clean Air Act, and Clean Water Act. The organization works with U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources, and Environmental Defense Fund to advance its mission and objectives, and has received support from The Pew Charitable Trusts, The David and Lucile Packard Foundation, and The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation.

● Conservation_Efforts

The National Wildlife Federation has launched several conservation initiatives, including the Certified Wildlife Habitat program, which encourages individuals and communities to create wildlife-friendly habitats in their own backyards, in partnership with National Association of Landscape Professionals, American Society of Landscape Architects, and The Garden Club of America. The organization has also worked with The Nature Conservancy, World Wildlife Fund, and International Union for Conservation of Nature to protect and restore wetlands, forests, and grasslands, and has collaborated with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Park Service, and Bureau of Land Management on species conservation efforts, such as the recovery of the California condor and the conservation of the African elephant. Additionally, the organization has supported research and monitoring efforts, such as the Breeding Bird Survey and the North American Bat Monitoring Program, in partnership with U.S. Geological Survey, National Science Foundation, and The Wildlife Society.

● Education_and_Outreach

The National Wildlife Federation offers a range of educational programs and resources, including the Ranger Rick magazine, which teaches children about wildlife conservation and environmental protection, in partnership with National Geographic Kids, Scholastic Inc., and The Walt Disney Company. The organization also provides educational materials and workshops for teachers and community leaders, in collaboration with National Education Association, American Federation of Teachers, and The National Council of Teachers of English. Additionally, the organization has developed citizen science projects, such as the Great Backyard Bird Count and the Butterfly Count, which engage the public in wildlife conservation efforts, and has partnered with The Cornell Lab of Ornithology, The Xerces Society, and The Monarch Watch on these initiatives.

● Certification_and_Partnerships

The National Wildlife Federation offers certification programs for wildlife-friendly habitats and sustainable businesses, in partnership with The Wildlife Habitat Council, The Audubon Society, and The International Society of Sustainability Professionals. The organization has also partnered with companies such as The Home Depot, Lowe's, and The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company to promote sustainable practices and wildlife conservation, and has collaborated with The U.S. Green Building Council, The International Code Council, and The American Society of Landscape Architects on green building and sustainable development initiatives. Furthermore, the organization has worked with The National Park Foundation, The U.S. Forest Service, and The Bureau of Land Management to promote public lands conservation and recreation.

● Regional_Affiliates_and_Programs

The National Wildlife Federation has regional affiliates and programs across the United States, including the Northeast Regional Center, Southeast Regional Center, Midwest Regional Center, Southwest Regional Center, and Western Regional Center. These affiliates work with local communities and partners to address regional conservation issues, such as habitat restoration and species conservation, in partnership with The Nature Conservancy, The Trust for Public Land, and The Wilderness Society. The organization has also developed regional programs, such as the Gulf Coast Restoration Program and the Western Water Program, which focus on specific conservation issues and geographic regions, and has collaborated with The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on these initiatives. Category:Wildlife conservation organizations