Born Free Foundation

Killjoys or animal advocates: Is the Green Party right about zoos? Their proposal would phase out traditional zoos, with licences only for true sanctuaries or reintroduction focused conservation. 👉 Learn more & read Born Free’s position in our blog: bit.ly/4dwGwzn

⏰ Last chance to bid Our Footsteps to Freedom ball is tomorrow, but you can still join our online auction. Bid on unique lots, including this lion artwork by @DaveWhiteStudio. Live Auction ends TONIGHT, 11PM. Silent Auction ends TOMORROW, 11PM. 🔗 bit.ly/4rHDVWO

📣 Scotland & Wales - your voice matters for wildlife. With Scottish & Welsh Parliamentary elections coming up in May 2026, it's vital that wild animal protection stays on the political agenda. Our latest blog explores why stronger laws are needed. 🔗 bit.ly/4bJIsmR

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating Springer the orca - once an orphaned calf, now a devoted mum of three. Found alone near Seattle, OrcaLab helped reunite her with her family pod off Vancouver Island. Today she’s thriving. Adopt Springer here:🔗 bit.ly/3P2AT1T

🎬This month marks 60 years since the release of the iconic film Born Free. The film’s legacy lives on. Inspired by their experience, Virginia, Bill and their son Will Travers OBE went on to establish the Born Free Foundation. 🎉 Join us in celebrating this milestone.

The Bank of England has announced that UK wildlife will replace historical figures on the next series of notes, following a public consultation 👇 If you could choose one British species to appear on the new banknotes, which would it be?

🦁 Brothers Tsar & Jamil are celebrating two years in their forever home at our Big Cat Sanctuary in @ShamwariReserve. Rescued as tiny cubs from a war‑torn region of Ukraine, these magnificent lions have grown into confident, powerful boys who continue to thrive.💚

Our 'Footsteps to Freedom' Live Auction is now officially open for online bidding. Included in the prizes is this remarkable 7‑day Kenya safari with Elewana Collection with unique opportunity to Name a Wild Lion. To place a bid, visit: bit.ly/4laqGMC

Two extraordinary women. This #IWD, we’re sharing a clip from 'The Power of Women' YouTube series, featuring Dame Jane Goodall and Dame Virginia McKenna as they reflect on challenging the status quo for animals and wildlife. 💚 Watch the full episode: bit.ly/4b3V0E1

🐘 Urgent Appeal: Can you help us give Kariba the elephant a forever home? Europe’s first large-scale elephant sanctuary is ready to open its doors and welcome its first elephant. Your support can make it happen. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4b7Z6ee

Should we still have zoos? @willtravers OBE joins BBC Radio 4’s 'Rare Earth' programme today to explore this timely question and whether keeping animals in captivity remains justified. . 🎧 Listen live at 12:04pm or catch up later on BBC Sounds at: bbc.in/4u3FXmu

Our Footsteps to Freedom Silent Auction is now live! 🎉 Bid on unique prizes from lunch with our Co-Founder Will Travers to sought-after wildlife art. All proceeds help Born Free protect wild animals worldwide. Visit: bit.ly/4aODZPq Auction closes 19 March, 11pm GMT.

Today we joined animal welfare partners at the Houses of Parliament, urging MPs to finally implement the Animals (Low Welfare Activities Abroad) Act. Two years after it was passed, this vital law still hasn’t been enacted. Wild animals are not entertainers. #GetYourActTogether

With Mother’s Day fast approaching on Sunday 15 March, we’re getting ready to celebrate all the mums, adopted mums and mother figures in our lives. 💚 From animal adoptions to clothing and crockery, here are some of our top picks for every budget 👉 bit.ly/4cXxgE4

In collaboration with Empathy Week, we're hosting a free online CPD event exploring meaningful alternatives to zoo visits. 📍 Are zoo trips actually in the best interests of students and animals? 📅 Thurs 12 March 🕓 4–5pm Register free: bit.ly/3P4bTXM

💚 Lasting conservation starts with informed & empowered communities. At @ShamwariReserve our Education Centres, Wildlife Clubs & community outreach projects are helping nurture empathy & respect for wildlife, building a future where people & wild animals can thrive together.🌱

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Shocking number of tiger deaths in Thailand 💔🐯 We’re deeply saddened and alarmed by reports that 72 captive tigers have died within just two weeks at facilities in northern Thailand owned by Tiger Kingdom Chiang Mai. Read our full news story here: bit.ly/46veDnf

🐆 Alda & Ginny have come so far. Rescued from an illegal breeding facility in Poland, this mother‑&‑daughter duo now thrive at our Shamwari Big Cat Sanctuary in South Africa. Their confidence has grown, purrs are louder & they’re finally living with the freedom they deserve.

🐾 Cheetah Cub Update The three young cheetah cubs rescued by our team at Ensessa Kotteh Wildlife Rescue Centre, Ethiopia, are making steady progress. Thanks to expert care, the surviving cubs are feeding well & growing stronger. A full update, including video, coming soon.💚