Education for Nature Vietnam (ENV)

Education for Nature Vietnam (ENV) was established in 2000 as Vietnams first non-governmental organization focused on the conservation of nature and protection of the environment. ENV works to protect the environment by tackling the biggest threat to biodiversity: the illegal wildlife trade. To combat Vietnams rampant illegal wildlife trade, we integrate three strategic approaches: Wildlife Crime Unit. A team of case officers take thousands of reports of wildlife crime, documenting progress throughout the investigation and updating informants when progress has been made. ENV works with provincial authorities to legally confiscate wildlife and wildlife products while facilitating the transfer of live animals to rescue centers. (To report wildlife crime in Vietnam call 1-800-1522 or email hotline@fpt.vn) Communications & Public Awareness. This team educates people all over Vietnam about the importance of wildlife to maintain biodiversity in Vietnam, the worlds 16th most biologica...