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Sharing the knowledge, insights and lived experience of rangers, their families, and the global conservation community is critical to building a strong foundation of support for the work we do.

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Sharing the knowledge, insights and lived experience of rangers, their families, and the global conservation community is critical to building a strong foundation of support for the work we do.

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USAID Cuts Send Shockwaves Through Global Conservation

Recent cuts to USAID funding have left global conservation efforts reeling. Once the world’s largest international development donor, the U.S. has slashed support for programs that protected wildlife, supported rangers, and empowered communities from Africa to the Pacific.

Many organisations report losing all funding, with critical work like anti-poaching and habitat restoration grinding to a halt. Virunga National Park and Pacific Island nations are among the hardest hit.

The message is clear: without renewed support, decades of conservation progress are at serious risk.

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Honouring Serasi: A Ranger’s Sacrifice, a Legacy of Hope

Each year, around 150 rangers lose their lives in the line of duty—defending wildlife, supporting communities, and standing between poachers and our planet’s most vulnerable species.

In January, Serasi—a dedicated ranger from Sumatra—tragically lost his life after sustaining an injury while on patrol. He was just 45, and left behind a wife and four young children. Serasi’s story is a heartbreaking reminder of the risks rangers face every day, and of the urgent need to keep them safe and support their families in times of loss.

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Training Rangers. Saving Lives. Inspiring Hope.

LEAD Ranger is a groundbreaking train-the-trainer initiative that provides rangers with the skills and confidence to train their own peers in a long-term and sustainable way. It creates and nurtures leaders, and brings out the best in participants, including those with no formal education. LEAD goes beyond the standard ranger training of wildlife protection and patrolling techniques, teaching skills in critical first aid and community engagement. Importantly, it’s saving lives.

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Small Tools. Big Impact.

When we think of conservation, we often imagine bold actions or large-scale interventions. But sometimes, it’s the smallest things – a backpack, a hammock, a pair of boots – that quietly change everything. Thin Green Line has equipped rangers in some of the world’s most at-risk environments with the gear they need not just to survive, but to succeed.

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Indigenous Leadership in Action

Indigenous women rangers are stepping into leadership, guided by mentors and strengthened by sisterhood. The Desert Women Rangers Leadership Trip provides a transformative space to build confidence and professional skills—equipping participants to lead on Country and shape the future of land and sea management.

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Meet Boniphace from Tanzania

Boniphace is a dedicated ranger helping to protect the landscapes and wildlife of Tanzania. In the first of our ‘Meet a Ranger’ series, hear what inspired Boniphace to become a ranger, the dangers of his work, and what keeps him motivated to protect nature.

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Connecting in Difficult Times

Thin Green Line’s impact continues to grow globally, with strong support emerging from the USA. A major milestone was Patagonia’s generous donation of $2 million worth of uniforms for rangers, followed by keynote invitations and meaningful connections with One Percent for the Planet businesses. Despite challenges, the empathy and commitment from US partners and individuals have been inspiring—shining a light on the vital work of rangers worldwide.

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A Ranger’s Wish for the World

Across the world, rangers dedicate their lives to protecting nature. We asked them a simple yet profound question: “What is your wish for the world?”

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Rangers Protecting Tigers, One Jacket at a Time!

In India’s Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve, rangers work tirelessly to protect one of the world’s largest wild tiger populations. But freezing patrols, human-wildlife conflict, and limited resources made their critical work even more challenging.

When rangers reached out for help, the Thin Green Line community responded—funding warm jackets, flashlights for night patrols, and snake rescue kits. These simple yet vital tools have empowered the team to safely deter poachers, relocate snakes from villages, and educate communities about living alongside wildlife.

Thanks to your support, tiger deaths from poaching and poisoning have dropped by 98%—a powerful reminder that even the smallest acts can fuel big conservation wins.

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Rangers Protecting Nature, One Radio at a Time!

**Radios, Raincoats & Real Impact in Zimbabwe**

In the vast savannah of the Greater Mapungubwe Transfrontier Conservation Area, rangers face the daily threat of poachers with limited tools and no reliable way to communicate across borders. When Zimbabwean rangers reached out with a simple request—“We need 2-way radios!”—the Thin Green Line community stepped up.

Thanks to your support, rangers now have radios, raincoats, tents, and new uniforms. With this gear, they’ve boosted their patrol efforts, dismantled over 50 deadly snares, and strengthened cross-border communication. Most importantly, they know they’re not alone in the fight to protect Africa’s iconic wildlife.

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Kenyan Rangers Protecting Nature, One Pair of Socks at a Time!

In Kenya’s Arabuko-Sokoke Forest, rangers are protecting one of the world’s most unique ecosystems—home to rare wildlife like the golden-rumped elephant shrew and Sokoke Scops owl. But even the most dedicated teams can’t do it alone.

As the rainy season approached, rangers urgently needed basic gear—boots, uniforms, and camping equipment—to continue their patrols and remove deadly snares. Thanks to your support, Thin Green Line delivered.

This isn’t just about gear—it’s about showing these rangers their work matters. With your help, they’re back on the frontlines, defending wildlife and safeguarding a forest that supports over 250,000 people.

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Putting Everything on the Line

On World Ranger Day, 31st July, rangers, their families, friends, and the communities they’re part of, will pause to reflect on the work of fallen colleagues – those who lost their lives protecting nature.

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World Ranger Day 2024

31st of July is our opportunity to remember Fallen Rangers, reflect on our achievements and reconnect with colleagues.

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New Look, Same Thin Green Line

Last year, in parallel with our projects, we quietly launched a new logo and website. We may look different, but we’re still the same team dedicated and determined to support more rangers. Read more about our rebrand and explore our new website.

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Grevy’s Zebra Trust

Grevy’s Zebra Trust is addressing the urgent need to conserve Grevy’s zebra in the community rangelands of northern Kenya.

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Equipping rangers in Thailand

Newly equipped for long range patrols in the World Heritage Site bordering Thailand and Cambodia, Thai Rangers send a message of thanks to supporters of The Thin Green Line Foundation.

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The Thin Green Line – Original Documentary

In 2004, Australian Park Ranger Sean Willmore sold his car, remortgaged his house and travelled the world for 14 months to bring you the story of the sometimes life-threatening challenges his colleagues face each day.

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