- World Elephant Day is observed globally on August 12.
- World Elephant Day aims to raise awareness about critical issues facing elephants, such as habitat loss, illegal ivory trade, and human-elephant conflicts.
- The official theme for 2024 is “Personifying prehistoric beauty, theological relevance, and environmental importance.”
- The theme emphasizes the need to preserve natural habitats to ensure elephants’ survival.
World Elephant Day
- World Elephant Day was co-founded on August 12, 2012, by Patricia Sims from Canada and the Elephant Reintroduction Foundation of Thailand.
- The foundation was an initiative of HM Queen Sirikit of Thailand.
- Patricia Sims has led World Elephant Day since its inception, building partnerships with 100+ conservation organizations globally.
- The day has gained the support of millions worldwide, reflecting a shared commitment to elephant conservation.
Establishment of the World Elephant Society
- The World Elephant Society was established in November 2015 as a nonprofit tax-exempt 501(C)(3) public charitable organization.
- Its main purpose is to support the annual World Elephant Day campaign.
- Patricia Sims serves as the President and Executive Director of the organization.
- The Society aims to expand its educational outreach each year as a key part of its mission.