IFAW Denounces Wildlife Crime on World Wildlife Day
(firmenpresse) - TORONTO, ONTARIO -- (Marketwired) -- 03/03/15 -- The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW - ) urges the global community to respect, celebrate and most importantly to take action to protect animals from wildlife crime and illegal wildlife trade on the second annual started by United Nations Environment Program (UNEP).
"We all want to protect wildlife, but not everyone can be on the front lines helping animals directly," said Azzedine Downes, IFAW President and CEO. "Don't let that deter you from taking action and speaking out for animals on World Wildlife Day. Every voice matters and together we do make a difference."
Animals are exploited all over the world-from small pangolins to mighty elephants-for monetary gain. The global industry of illegal wildlife trade is estimated to be more than $19 billion USD. In some extreme cases, profits from this trade are being used to fund ongoing acts of violence on humans and trade of other illegal goods and services.
The numbers are tragic:
"We are at a tipping point for so many species when it comes to the illegal wildlife trade. Unless we act now it may be too late," said Kelvin Alie, IFAW Wildlife Trade Program Director. "So take action today."
Join IFAW to help protect wildlife:
Spread the word. and and share with your friends.
Teach your children. Share of kids around the world voicing their concern for animal protection.
Let your government leaders know that you are concerned. Visit IFAW's page and take action.
Don't buy goods that result from wildlife trade. Take the : Don't buy wildlife souvenirs.
About IFAW
Founded in 1969, IFAW rescues and protects animals around the world. With projects in more than 40 countries, IFAW rescues individual animals, works to prevent cruelty to animals, and advocates for the protection of wildlife and habitats. For more information, visit . Follow us on and . Photos are available at .
Contacts:
Michelle Cliffe
IFAW
+1 647 986 4328
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