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🎉 Registration is now open for the 2026 ZAA Annual Conference!Join zoological professionals from across the country Nove...
06/15/2026

🎉 Registration is now open for the 2026 ZAA Annual Conference!

Join zoological professionals from across the country November 9–13, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana, for a week of education, networking, professional development, and unforgettable experiences.

✔️ Educational sessions led by industry experts
✔️ Networking with zoo and aquarium professionals
✔️ Engaging social events throughout the conference
✔️ Exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities
✔️ The annual Awards Dinner celebrating excellence in our industry

Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge, connect with colleagues, or showcase your products and services, the 2026 ZAA Annual Conference has something for everyone.

🔗 Register today: https://zooassociation.org/upcoming-conferences

📢 Don't miss this week's ZAA Webinar!Join us on Wednesday, June 17 at 6:00 PM ET for "Connecting People to Other Primate...
06/15/2026

📢 Don't miss this week's ZAA Webinar!

Join us on Wednesday, June 17 at 6:00 PM ET for "Connecting People to Other Primate Species through Empathy and Education" presented by Jessica Stull, Senior Bird and Mammal Keeper at St. Augustine Alligator Farm.

Non-human primates need our help more than ever. As zoo professionals, it is our responsibility to inspire and educate others on non-human primate species, to aid in their conservation. This presentation will go into some basic primate information while focusing on different ways on how zoo professionals can help promote and share primate conservation messaging with zoo guests.

✅ Free to attend, but registration is required.

Register here: 8d8f7d3e-086e-4b6a-89de-2d068e9b9659@843048f6-6a49-4907-a4a6-0f99191a2282" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/8d8f7d3e-086e-4b6a-89de-2d068e9b9659@843048f6-6a49-4907-a4a6-0f99191a2282
Or register on our website at https://zooassociation.org/professional-development

🎓 Did you know scholarship opportunities help make conference attendance more accessible?Each year, scholarships are ava...
06/09/2026

🎓 Did you know scholarship opportunities help make conference attendance more accessible?

Each year, scholarships are available to help offset the cost of attending the ZAA Annual Conference, making professional development opportunities more accessible to members across the zoological community.

Scholarships can help support participation in educational sessions, networking opportunities, committee meetings, and other conference activities designed to foster learning, collaboration, and professional growth.

📅 Scholarship applications are now open and will be accepted through July 1, 2026.

Learn more and apply today! Visit zooassociation.org

Don't forget to register for this week's webinar! Join us on Wednesday, June 10 for Leveraging Zoo Expertise for Greater...
06/08/2026

Don't forget to register for this week's webinar! Join us on Wednesday, June 10 for Leveraging Zoo Expertise for Greater Conservation Impact with Erin Ivory, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, C The Future.

This webinar will explore how zoo-based expertise can be more intentionally connected to field conservation, community engagement, and landscape-level initiatives to expand impact and rethink what conservation at full capacity can look like.

📅 Wednesday, June 10

Register here: df56c261-da6c-4316-9376-218699d69aa9@843048f6-6a49-4907-a4a6-0f99191a2282" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/df56c261-da6c-4316-9376-218699d69aa9@843048f6-6a49-4907-a4a6-0f99191a2282
Or register on our website at https://zooassociation.org/professional-development

Don't miss this opportunity to learn how you can make a greater conservation impact!

We are sharing that ZAA Executive Director Dr. Kelly George will conclude her tenure on August 31, 2026. The ZAA Board o...
06/03/2026

We are sharing that ZAA Executive Director Dr. Kelly George will conclude her tenure on August 31, 2026. The ZAA Board of Directors will initiate a search for the next Executive Director and ensure a smooth transition in the months ahead.

Read more here: https://zooassociation.org/newsroom/b/changes-in-zaa-leadership

Did you know? The ZAA Membership Committee provides oversight on matters related to the membership of the organization. ...
06/02/2026

Did you know? The ZAA Membership Committee provides oversight on matters related to the membership of the organization. The committee reviews applications to ensure incoming members support ZAA's mission, vision, and goals and meet the requirements for their membership category.

Their work helps maintain the integrity of the association while fostering a strong and engaged professional community.

Want to learn more about all our committees? Interested in becoming a ZAA member? Visit zooassociation.org!

🎓 Scholarships Are Now Open!Interested in attending the 2026 ZAA Annual Conference but need financial assistance? Applic...
06/01/2026

🎓 Scholarships Are Now Open!

Interested in attending the 2026 ZAA Annual Conference but need financial assistance? Applications are now being accepted for two scholarship opportunities designed to help young professionals become more involved in ZAA and advance their careers.

💰 Mickey Ollson Education Scholarship
Up to $500 stipend
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💰 AJ Higginbottom Scholarship
Up to $400 stipend
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These scholarships are intended for young professionals who want to participate in the ZAA Annual Conference but require funding assistance to attend.

📅 Application Deadline: July 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT

📍 2026 ZAA Annual Conference
New Orleans, Louisiana
November 9–13, 2026

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your professional growth, connect with industry peers, and be part of the premier event for zoological professionals.

Apply today at zooassociation.org.

Have you registered for this week’s ZAA webinar?Join us on Wednesday, June 3 for Sustainability in Gift Shops: Practical...
06/01/2026

Have you registered for this week’s ZAA webinar?

Join us on Wednesday, June 3 for Sustainability in Gift Shops: Practical Steps for Real Impact with Ryan Schraffenberger, Founder & CEO, Promotions Guy.

This webinar will explore actionable strategies for making gift shops more sustainable, from product sourcing to packaging and beyond. Attendees will leave with real-world takeaways to implement immediately, helping their organizations lead by example in conservation efforts.

📅 Wednesday, June 3

Register here: 51333dba-674d-46ad-a30c-cb1a6c663431@843048f6-6a49-4907-a4a6-0f99191a2282" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/51333dba-674d-46ad-a30c-cb1a6c663431@843048f6-6a49-4907-a4a6-0f99191a2282
Or register on our website at https://zooassociation.org/professional-development

Don't miss this opportunity to gain practical sustainability insights that can make a meaningful difference at your facility.

05/31/2026

Only 1 month left to submit your application for the 2026 ZAA Awards!

This is your opportunity to showcase the incredible work happening at your facility and be recognized by your peers for excellence in animal care, conservation, education, guest experience, exhibit design, leadership, and more.

No matter the size of your organization, the impact you make matters. And deserves to be celebrated.

Want to explore previous award recipients and categories? Visit https://zooassociation.org/awards

Applications are due June 30, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to apply! Apply today at zooassociation.org.

🚨 FINAL CALL: 1 DAY LEFTThe clock is almost out for abstract submissions for the 2026 ZAA Annual Conference.If you’ve be...
05/30/2026

🚨 FINAL CALL: 1 DAY LEFT

The clock is almost out for abstract submissions for the 2026 ZAA Annual Conference.

If you’ve been planning to submit—this is your moment. Research, case studies, innovations, programs, field insights—once the deadline passes, submissions close.

⏳ Deadline: May 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET
📍 New Orleans
📅 November 9–13, 2026

Whether your work focuses on animal care, conservation, education, operations, guest engagement, leadership, or emerging industry trends, we encourage you to submit and help shape this year’s conference program.

Submit now at zooassociation.org

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