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
WAZA Welcomes New Member – Wild Immersion
WAZA Welcomes New Member – Wild Immersion Posted: 3 August 2023 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is pleased to welcome a new Corporate Member to the global zoo and aquarium community – Wild Immersion.  The company
WAZA Welcomes New Member – SSA Group
WAZA Welcomes New Member – SSA Group Posted: 3 August 2023 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is pleased to welcome a new Corporate Member to the global zoo and aquarium community- SSA Group. For over 50 years,
WAZA Welcomes New Member – Edmonton Valley Zoo
WAZA Welcomes New Member – Edmonton Valley Zoo Posted: 3 August 2023 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) is pleased to welcome a new Institution Member to the global zoo and aquarium community – Edmonton Valley Zoo. Established
Announcing Host for the 79th WAZA Annual Conference
Announcing the host for the 79th WAZA Annual Conference Posted: 2 August 2023 Last September, the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) called for bids from members to host the 79th Annual WAZA Conference. A high standard of applications
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.
