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Reimagining Conservation: How Sanctuaries Can Replace Zoos
We explore the possibilities in a world where zoos transform into sanctuaries...
Free The Wild
2 days ago5 min read


The Ethical Dilemma of Breeding Endangered Species in Captivity
Breeding endangered species in captivity is a practice that has long sparked intense debate among conservationists, animal welfare...
Sagan Cowne
Mar 194 min read


Private Menageries: Luxury for Humans, Cruelty for Animals
As a global society, do we really need to continue collecting exotic animals to boost our egos? It's time for change...
Free The Wild
Mar 125 min read


Join Free The Wild in Our Urgent Conservation and Rescue Efforts
Join our efforts in conservation and predator protection in South Africa, along with urgent rescue efforts in Pakistan.
Free The Wild
Feb 282 min read


The Hidden Suffering of Zoo Animals: What You Don’t See
An insight into what goes on behind the scenes in most zoos around the world.
Free The Wild
Feb 263 min read


Kaavan's Journey: A Fantastic Finale
Kaavan was dubbed "the World's Loneliest Elephant" after spending more than 8 years in total isolation in Marghazar Zoo, Islamabad,...
Free The Wild
Dec 7, 20205 min read


URGENT: The last few steps for Kaavan’s freedom but now we need your help!
Kaavan, pictured above, who has been called ‘the loneliest elephant in the world’ has a new home where he will be surrounded in nature...
Free The Wild
Oct 5, 20201 min read


Kaavan Set To Retire To Cambodian Elephant Sanctuary.
Dear Supporters, My fellow Co-Founders, Trustees and I are delighted by the news from Pakistan regarding the relocation and retirement of...
Free The Wild
Jul 17, 20202 min read


Letter from FTW Co-Founder, Gina Nelthorpe-Cowne
Dear Supporters, Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your assistance in signing this petition to release Bua, the very sad and...
Free The Wild
Jul 8, 20202 min read


Open Letter to the Ministers
Over the last few months, Free The Wild Trustee Anika Sleem and Team Kaavan's Diana Muñoz have been tirelessly chipping away at a...
Free The Wild
May 18, 20204 min read


Our Petition to Stop Elephant Imports to Pakistan
Pakistan plans to import more elephants to replace those that have died in their zoos. Please help us put and end to this.
Free The Wild
Nov 6, 20193 min read


Helping Kaavan - The Unembellished Timeline Continued
The Unembellished Timeline, Continued describes what has happened regarding Kaavan's release in 2019.
Free The Wild
Oct 30, 20195 min read


Helping Kaavan - The Unembellished Timeline
The Unembellished timeline surrounding Kaavan's release from Islamabad Zoo
Free The Wild
Oct 16, 20196 min read


If Kaavan Could Speak - Part 5/5
The final part of our 5-part series, If Kaavan Could Speak. Read to explore the later years of his life and learn of his ongoing struggles.
Free The Wild
Oct 9, 20193 min read


If Kaavan Could Speak - Part 4/5
Part 4 of our online series, "If Kaavan Could Speak." In this compilation of short stories, we share in Kaavan's time at Islamabad Zoo.
Free The Wild
Oct 2, 20194 min read


If Kaavan Could Speak - Part 3/5
The third in a series of shorts regarding Kaavan's life at Islamabad Zoo, spoken from his point of view.
Free The Wild
Sep 25, 20193 min read


If Kaavan Could Speak – Part 2/5
Part 2 of FTW's latest web series, If Kaavan Could Speak. A story based on true events, told from Kaavan's point of view.
Free The Wild
Sep 18, 20194 min read


If Kaavan Could Speak - Part 1/5
What would Kaavan say if he could speak? Part 1 of 5 takes us through the beginning of his story.
Free The Wild
Sep 11, 20193 min read


Calling Out to All Animal Lovers
Free The Wild is making progress with regards to Islamabad Zoo's management and Kaavan's release - but we still need your help.
Free The Wild
Aug 19, 20193 min read


Why Islamabad Zoo Needs To Stay Open
We address the importance of keeping Islamabad Zoo open and what it'll take to make it a great place for animals to live and people to learn
Free The Wild
Jul 17, 20193 min read
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