It Takes a Ranger
Every day, rangers across the world choose a life of service, working alongside colleagues, communities and partners to safeguard conservation areas for the benefit of people and nature.
Their work is as diverse as the landscapes they conserve, but each role is united by a shared commitment to safeguarding our natural and cultural heritage for future generations.
This World Ranger Day, we celebrate the people behind the uniform through stories that reveal what it truly takes to be a ranger.
It Takes a Ranger….
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… to SupportBehind every successful conservation effort are people who invest in others. Meet Law Enforcement Instructor Maybin Mwanza, whose role is to equip the next generation of rangers with the skills, confidence and support they need to succeed. -
… to InspireFrom ranger to Head of Finance, Simon Tavashavira's story shows that the skills from the field can take you further than you ever imagined, inspiring others to grow within conservation. -
… to ChooseEvery journey begins with a choice. Bienvenu's journey from poacher to protector is a powerful reminder that, when people are given the opportunity to choose a different path, lasting conservation can take root. -
… to Challenge ExpectationsAs Garamba's first female ranger, Aimée Nagilibenge is challenging long-held perceptions of who can become a ranger. Her story reflects the courage, determination and commitment that are helping open new opportunities for women in conservation. -
… to ConserveProtecting biodiversity takes dedication, patience and specialised skills. Follow the team working alongside western lowland gorillas in Odzala, where every day contributes to the long-term conservation of one of Africa's great forests. -
… to Uncover What Others Can't SeeBehind every successful K9 Unit is a skilled partnership. Between a ranger and his/her dog, they uncover what others can't see, strengthening the conservation of Matusadona's wildlife and helping secure the future of its newly returned black rhino. -
… to ListenAcross Chad's Ennedi Natural and Cultural Reserve, Eco Guards work alongside communities, listening, sharing knowledge and promoting the sustainable use of natural resources to help conserve the Reserve's unique natural and cultural heritage. -
…to LearnThe best rangers never stop learning. Habte Tadesse's lifelong journey through conservation reflects a career built on curiosity, experience and an enduring commitment to conserving nature.