We are an international non-governmental organization (NGO) working in the area of wildlife conservation and biodiversity protection all over the world, integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) at each step of the way.
We are here to
Protect and Rescue
endangered wildlife
We can't do it without you.
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Help us keep making a difference!
The Foundation
Wild at Life e.V. works tirelessly to rescue and protect species and provide them with safe habitats to thrive in. We also promote public awareness and support wildlife conservation efforts, advocating for policies that protect and preserve natural habitats and the animals that call them home.
Main areas of activity are
Your support is vital!
The work of Wild at Life is funded entirely by your donations. Your kind support is vital if we are to to continue our life saving work.
We invite you to join us on this journey towards a better future for all species and their ecosystems.
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The Founder
Aslihan Gedik, also commonly called Asli among her peers, is the founding chairman and Chief Conservation Officer (CCO) of Wild at Life e.V..
During her nine-to-five hours, she works as an investment banker. With over two decades of experience, Asli uses her strong knowledge of banking and sustainable finance to tackle the problems threatening wildlife and biodiversity.
As a passionate animal activist, she has dedicated much of her life to protecting and rescuing abused, orphaned, and neglected animals. For example, she plans and conducts war-zone missions, most notably the abandoned zoo mission in Syria in the summer of 2017.
Additionally, Asli is a natural disaster response expert and has overseen rescue missions for earthquakes, wildfires, and floods.
You make us proud!
We have been operating since 2016. During this time, thanks to the support of people like you, we have achieved a lot in terms of saving wildlife.
4500+
animals cared
Big cats, primates, pangolins, and elephants rescued, released, or protected in species-appropriate environments, in our sanctuaries and cooperation missions.
25+
conservation projects
We have completed over 25 wildlife conservation projects including those focused on horror zoos, laboratories, strays, and
human-wildlife mitigation.
25+
years
We have vast experience in wildlife conservation, rescue, and community empowerment
98.2%
efficiency
In 2020, we donated 98.2% of gathered funds directly to wildlife conservation projects.
10+
natural disaster missions
Actively worked natural disaster missions on ground (wild fires, flooding, drought)
14
countries presence
We have carried out conservation projects in 14 countries.
5
prestigious awards
We have received 5 prestigious conservation awards.
Any
amount matters
Every donation, no matter how small, makes a difference in protecting wildlife.
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Our projects
Ongoing project
Angola
The trafficking of chimpanzees is not only a threat to the species, but it also contributes to the spread of diseases, such as Ebola and HIV, which can spread from primates to humans. Our efforts to combat chimpanzee trafficking include
Accomplished project
Kaduna, Nigeria
The problem started after a flood ravaged the zoo and affected paddocks. As a consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic and worsening inflation, zoos in Nigeria are struggling to feed the animals due to a lack of funding and paying visitors.
Ongoing project
Zambia
With an estimated 415.000 elephants left on the continent, they are regarded as vulnerable, although certain species are being poached towards extinction. Adult elephants have only one predator – humans. We are directly (e.g. shooting, spearing, snaring, poisoning) and indirectly
Accomplished project
Lele (Nepal)
There are several reasons why we fight against vivisection. Firstly, animals should not be subjected to pain, suffering, and death for human benefit, especially when alternative methods exist. Secondly, there are concerns about the validity of animal-based research as it
Find out about all Wild At Life’s projects.
News from the wild
Here is a handful of the latest Wild At Life news.
Here you will find updates of information contained in the description of our long-term activities, photo reports, videos and much more.
We invite you to read!
Project update
September 18, 2023
Check out La Nacion’s article on Mission Caita. The article is in Spanish.
Project update
August 6, 2023
Four days before World Lion Day 2023, Alma passed at the age of 23.
Project update
July 20, 2023
Check out this video by OK, showing the lions’ remarkable transformation!
News
June 29, 2023
In a joint production between ARTE France, Georama TV, and NHK Japan, Wild at Life e.V. was proudly featured in a documentary titled Stopping the Next Pandemic, or Épidémies l’empreinte de l’homme in French. Épidémies l’empreinte de l’homme was awarded
News
June 29, 2023
In a joint production between ARTE France, Georama TV, and NHK Japan, Wild at Life e.V. was proudly featured in a documentary titled Stopping the Next Pandemic, or Épidémies l’empreinte de l’homme in French. Under the category of “Health and
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