Wildlife & Forest Conservation Expo (WCN)

The Wildlife & Forest Conservation Expo 2026, organized by the Wildlife Conservation Network and held on October 10, 2026, is a semi-annual gathering that convenes conservation leaders, philanthropists, donors, and wildlife advocates from around the world. The expo brings together some of the world's most accomplished conservationists and field practitioners working at the critical nexus of wildlife protection and forest conservation, creating unique networking and storytelling opportunities among passionate supporters of global conservation. Featured topics include orangutan habitat protection and deforestation prevention in Indonesia, elephant-friendly community forestry initiatives across Africa, rewilding and ecosystem restoration projects, and the interconnected role of forest preservation in supporting biodiversity and climate mitigation. The platform highlights how protecting and restoring forests simultaneously advances wildlife conservation, maintains critical wildlife corridors, sequesters atmospheric carbon, and builds climate resilience in vulnerable regions and communities globally.