World’s leading zoos and aquariums
400 members
around the world
WAZA promotes cooperation between leading zoos, aquariums, national and regional associations, as well as with leading wildlife experts, academies, and universities. WAZA provides support for species-conservation management and husbandry of animals in human care, while encouraging the highest standards in member institutions.
Become a member
WAZA accepts membership applications in four categories: associations, institutions, affiliates and corporations. WAZA members must be committed to the principles of the global zoo and aquarium community.
Become a member
WAZA accepts membership applications in four categories: associations, institutions, affiliates and corporations. WAZA members must be committed to the principles of the global zoo and aquarium community.
The unifying organisation for the world's leading zoos and aquariums
WAZA’s vision is to be a globally recognised and
trusted leader advancing conservation and animal welfare.Â
Changes in the WAZA Executive Office
Changes in the WAZA Executive Office Posted: 12 January 2024 As we enter the new year, the WAZA office is working towards taking forward the new vision and strategic priorities that its membership has entrusted it with. One of the
CoP28 and Why it Matters to the Zoo and Aquarium Community
CoP28 and Why it Matters to the Zoo and Aquarium Community Posted: 15 December 2023 CoP28 is the 28th annual United Nations (UN) climate meeting which sees a large participation by governments as well as civil society, to discuss how
WAZA Welcomes New Member – EcoLeaders LLC
WAZA Welcomes New Member – EcoLeaders LLC Posted: 3 December 2023 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is pleased to welcome a new Corporate Member to the global zoo and aquarium community – EcoLeaders LLC.  The company
WAZA Welcomes New Member – Bernard Harrison and Friends Ltd
WAZA Welcomes New Member – Bernard Harrison and Friends Ltd Posted: 3 December 2023 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is pleased to welcome a new Corporate Member to the global zoo and aquarium community – Bernard Harrison
ZIMS for Care and Welfare
The ZIMS for Care and Welfare project has been launched and is now live in ZIMS (Zoological Information Management System). The module is a collaborative effort between Species360 and an experienced team of animal welfare experts from many WAZA member institutions, as well as WAZA Director of Animal Welfare, Sabrina Brando.
Dr Jane Goodall to Deliver Keynote Address at WAZA Conference
Conservationist, Founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace, Dr. Jane Goodall DBE, will deliver a keynote address at the upcoming 73rdWorld Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) Annual conference, in Bangkok, Thailand, in October.
WAZA Office Relocation
The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) embarked on a new phase in its 83-year history this week with the relocation of the Executive Office to Barcelona, Spain. WAZA had been based in Gland, Switzerland, since 2010.
Hornbill Expert to Deliver Keynote Address at WAZA Conference
Prominent Thai conservationist Pilai Poonswad, will reflect on 40 years of hornbill conservation in a keynote address at the upcoming 73rd WAZA Annual Conference, in Bangkok, Thailand, in October.
Zoos and aquariums are the third largest funder of conservation globally
Zoos and aquariums are the third largest funder of conservation globally
WAZA and its members are committed to inspire and engage the more than 700 million people who visit zoos and aquariums every year – literally one-tenth of the world’s population – to take action for the conservation of species and nature.
Dedicated to change
WAZA and its members are committed to important goals regarding the environment and sustainability, and are engaged in issues of conservation and battling the illegal trade in wildlife like never before. Read the WAZA News Magazine and other publications to find out more.
The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is the global alliance of regional associations, national federations, zoos and aquariums, dedicated to the care and conservation of animals and their habitats around the world.
