Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife

Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife is a British-registered charity operating in Lao PDR, a key corridor for the illegal wildlife trade in South-east Asia. As Laos' first multi-species rescue, conservation and education charity, we are uniquely placed to address the crisis driving the rapid decline of many endangered species, through our rescue and advocacy efforts. We run a multi-species wildlife centre in Asia's hotspot for trafficking, north of Laos' capital Vientiane. We work with authorities to investigate wildlife crime and rescue animals of any species, with an aim to rehabilitate and release wherever possible. Any animals deemed unsuitable for release are offered care a... read more Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife is a British-registered charity operating in Lao PDR, a key corridor for the illegal wildlife trade in South-east Asia. As Laos' first multi-species rescue, conservation and education charity, we are uniquely placed to address the crisis driving the rapid decline of many endangered species, through our rescue and advocacy efforts. We run a multi-species wildlife centre in Asia's hotspot for trafficking, north of Laos' capital Vientiane. We work with authorities to investigate wildlife crime and rescue animals of any species, with an aim to rehabilitate and release wherever possible. Any animals deemed unsuitable for release are offered care and refuge in our Wildlife Sanctuary. We work with global conservation organisations and governments, developing legislation to protect threatened species in South-east Asia, as well as educational outreach programmes to encourage the people of Laos to take ownership of their unique biodiversity.