Vanessa Gagne Joins Our Government Affairs Team
We are thrilled to welcome Vanessa Gagne to our Government Affairs Team! Vanessa will be working alongside Tom Albert, ZAA Government Affairs Consultant, supporting all government affairs initiatives.
We are thrilled to welcome Vanessa Gagne to our Government Affairs Team! Vanessa will be working alongside Tom Albert, ZAA Government Affairs Consultant, supporting all government affairs initiatives.

Arlequín Reserve expands by 28 hectares, securing the last habitat of the critically endangered Mindo Harlequin Toad, thanks to Khamai Foundation’s rapid-response project and support from ZAA’s CIG grant.
Congratulations to our newly elected and returning ZAA Board Members! Dr. Jonathan Bergmann, Kayte Hogan, Brian Braitsch, and Mike Kerr will begin their 3-year terms at the Annual Conference this September.

Meet the 2025 ZAA Conservation Initiatives Grant recipients! These five projects lead the way in wildlife research, education, and community-driven conservation across the globe. Learn more on our website!