We are honored to welcome Curtis Osceola, Chief of Staff for the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida, to our Board of Directors. A tireless advocate for Everglades restoration and Tribal sovereignty, Curtis has been instrumental in advancing initiatives that safeguard Indigenous lands, integrate cultural heritage with modern conservation, and strengthen community well-being. With expertise in legal strategy, policy, and cross-sector collaboration, Curtis’s leadership will be invaluable in guiding our mission to empower Indigenous communities and drive sustainable conservation efforts in Florida and beyond.

We are proud to share that Dr. Bibhab Kumar Talukdar, CEO and Secretary General of Aaranyak, our partner in Northeast India, has been nominated for the 2025 Indianapolis Prize, the "Nobel Prize of Animal Conservation." This honor recognizes his decades of dedication to protecting endangered species and critical habitats. Bibhab's visionary leadership continues to inspire global conservation efforts, and we celebrate this well-deserved recognition of his incredible work.

On the 3rd December 2024, 1,274 rangers - the largest cohort ever - graduated from the Kenya Wildlife Service’s Law Enforcement Academy at Manyani, marking a pivotal moment for conservation in Kenya. With President William Ruto and other dignitaries in attendance, this milestone highlights the vital role of rangers in safeguarding Kenya’s natural heritage. WildLandscapes International was proud to participate, with Director David Houghton donating a drone to support conservation efforts. Discover how these dedicated individuals and collaborative initiatives are shaping a sustainable future for Kenya's wildlife and habitats.