Freeland

09/01/2026

Freeland-supported SMART patrols spent 5,507 days in the field, covering 56,029 kilometres across protected areas. Their work led to 40 arrests and 755 confiscations, most of them snares.

But the numbers tell only part of the story. Every patrol means more eyes on the ground, better information from the field and a stronger ability to respond to threats before more wildlife is lost.

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08/31/2026

In the last quarter, Freeland worked across three regions to strengthen capacity of wildlife protectors at different levels.

In Africa, we reinforced our partnership with the Lusaka Agreement Task Force, supporting a stronger network of enforcement agencies working across borders.

In Southeast Asia, our work with ASEANAPOL is helping connect investigators and put practical skills — including OSINT and digital forensics — into the hands of those tackling wildlife crime.

In Brazil, we brought multiple agencies together to strengthen detection and investigation at key points where illegal wildlife products can move through the system.

The work changes from place to place. The approach doesn't: train, connect and equip.

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08/28/2026

Demand Meta to stop this. Tag Meta and Mark Zuckerberg in the comment section of this post.

Read the full report/press release: https://www.freeland.org/meta-campaign.html

When you see posts selling animals:
1. Don’t engage - even negative comments promote these posts
2. Take a screenshot of the post and DM it to us.
3. Take action: “report post” > Select “selling or promoting restricted items” and then select “animals”

08/24/2026

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Join the Meta Coalition on 2nd Sep 2026 at UTC 1400 hours for a talk on their recently released report “Clicks That Kill: Meta’s Algorithm of Extinction” - A landmark investigative report released by a coalition of international conservation organizations provides damning evidence that Meta — the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger — hosts the largest known illegal wildlife marketplace in the world. The report documents how Meta’s own algorithms and monetization programs are not only failing to stop wildlife trafficking — they are actively amplifying it.

The discussion will be facilitated and spotlighted by the Meta Coalition members - Freeland, Education for Nature Vietnam, International Wildlife Trust, Liberia Chimpanzee Rescue & Protection, and PEGAS (Project to End Great Ape Slavery).

​See campaign page here: https://www.freeland.org/meta-campaign.html

08/21/2026

presents the Large Indian Civet. Found across South and Southeast Asia, this mostly nocturnal mammal spends its nights foraging for everything from fruit and insects to small animals. Its distinctive markings and secretive nature mean you’re far more likely to spot one on a camera trap than on a casual walk through the forest.

But life after dark comes with its own dangers. Civets are hunted, trapped and traded, while habitat loss continues to shrink the forests they depend on.

At Freeland, camera traps help us keep watch when the forest goes quiet, capturing rare wildlife like civets, monitoring their habitats and helping detect illegal activity.

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08/20/2026

Realistic fake props bring trafficking scenarios to life.
Trainers use realistic replica props, simulating real trafficking scenarios to give participants hands-on experience and knowledge of what trafficking looks like in the real world.
By seeing and handling these props in simulated scenarios, participants gain practical experience identifying potential signs of trafficking, understanding how criminal networks may exploit legitimate businesses and facilities, and knowing what steps to take when something doesn't look right.
From airports and airlines to seaports, banks, railways and other sectors, TFE helps frontline staff turn awareness into action.
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08/19/2026

Closing wildlife trafficking routes in the aviation and maritime sectors through Trafficking Free Enterprise trainings.

TFEs are designed for private and public sector: airports, airlines, sea ports, banks, cargo, railways, postal offices, law enforcement.

These trainings were funded by the US State Dept INL under the TRIPOD 2 project.

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08/18/2026

The Trafficking Free Enterprises (TFE) is part of Freeland's private sector training packages aimed at combatting wildlife trafficking in airports, seaports and the banking sector. Freeland have delivered TFE trainings across Southeast Asia and South America.
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