REWILD AUSTRALIA

Australia is a land of diverse and stunning ecosystems, and home to many unique plants and wildlife. Australia also has the highest mammal extinction rate in the world and is experiencing significant declines of many species.

Using science and Indigenous Ecological Knowledge, WWF is rewilding Australia by returning locally-extinct species. Animals like quolls and devils help regulate ecosystems, while bandicoots, potoroos and bettongs are ecosystem engineers - turning over soil, burying leaf litter and supporting seed germination that helps to Regenerate Australia. WWF is committed to reversing the decline of Australia’s wildlife and helping restore biodiversity.

RESTORE THE REEF

The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest living organism and one of the most bio-diverse places on earth. Since 1985, the Reef has lost 50% of its coral cover due to climate change and poor water from land-based run-off. More than 10 million tonnes of sediment from eroded gullies flow onto the Reef every year, weakening the Reef’s ability to recover. Coastal wetlands are essential, But over 50% of wetlands have already been lost.  

Greening Australia and Traditional Owners are working to restore 2,000 hectares of eroded land and 10,000 hectares of wetlands by 2030. This will prevent 400,000 tonnes of sediment from polluting the Reef each year, improving water quality, the Reef’s resilience to climate change, and the livelihoods and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians.

CONTINUE HER EDUCATION
Millions of children in Ukraine are now being forced from their homes in sub-zero temperatures and facing family separation, trauma, and prolonged interruption of their education.  

Without urgent de-escalation, the crisis will spiral out of control – with devastating impacts for 7.5 million children and families. Save the Children is also working with authorities in host countries, to find and provide children with a school. A continued education also provides security, comfort, and a sense of normalcy in a time of profound challenges.