Help us build momentum on the Hill

Many of us have worked for decades to protect wildlife, restore habitats, and ensure that science remains central to decision-making. Through our dedication, we have made significant strides in wildlife conservation.

Since January 1, 2025, our profession has faced an onslaught of changes that make our dedicated work even harder.

Across the United States, our profession has watched programs lose critical funding. Colleagues are rethinking the trajectories of their careers and agencies struggle to do more with less. Federal pressures have weakened the programs that safeguard the natural resources we manage in the public trust.

The Wildlife Society stands firm in our belief that science-based, transparent wildlife management must be supported and sustained, not sidelined. We’ve heard from our community, who are feeling the strain and uncertainty. We know that the future of our field depends on our ability to make our voices heard where it matters most: on Capitol Hill. That’s what we intend to do.

This Giving Tuesday, TWS is launching a new public campaign to build momentum on the Hill and elevate the voices of wildlife professionals to ensure the value of wildlife conservation is fully understood.

With your support, we will

• Meet with members of Congress to advocate for strong, well-funded, science-based management
• Amplify the voices of our members through public engagement and storytelling
• Reinforce that effective wildlife management requires stable investment, collaboration, and transparency

Wildlife professionals know better than anyone that conservation takes persistence, teamwork and long-term commitment. Policy work is no different. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us take one more step toward restoring the resources and respect our profession deserves.

Join us