Good news! WILD9’s confirmed list of speakers and key participants -- global experts and leaders -- grows daily. Each issue of this newsletter will now feature a new top speaker, and we will also highlight some of the many other participants in this growing international movement to protect wilderness and meet the needs of human communities. Early Bird (discounted) registration is only available until 31 July. Register today, and join us for a week in which you will Feel-Think-Act on WILD9’s practical conservation objectives in science policy and education, and you will experience the traditional and contemporary cultural programs, outstanding conservation photography, music, dance and more…in el Mundo Maya.

 
     
   
 

JANE GOODALL CONFIRMS FOR WILD9!
You won’t want to miss WILD9 for many reasons –and the list just got a bit longer!  Jane Goodall, world renowned primatologist and environmental educator, will make her long-awaited public appearance in Latin America to deliver a keynote address on 6 November, the opening day of WILD9.  Dr. Goodall will also lead a special workshop on Sunday morning, 8 November, for all who wish to attend.  
Read more about her work and involvement with WILD9.
     

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT ENDS 31 JULY
Getting excited to see Dr. Goodall and other leading WILD9 presentations?  Register today for WILD9 and receive our special Early Bird Discount rate!  Early Bird Registration is extended until 31 July and our upgraded online registration system is open and ready for you.  You can register using credit card, purchase order, check or wire transfer. Don’t delay – Register today!
     
 

RAVE YUCATAN SUCCESS IN WHALE SHARK EXPEDITION
Brian Skerry, the acclaimed underwater photographer of National Geographic, was the first photographer to participate in the RAVE Yucatan (Rapid Assessment Visual Expedition). This series of photography expeditions, involving 30 of the world’s top conservation photographers selected by the International League of Conservation Photographers, will take place in the Yucatan from July to October and will document the natural and cultural diversity of the region. The astonishing results of this project will be collated, designed and presented on opening day of WILD9, the first time this has ever been done. You cannot miss this unique opportunity! Want to now more about RAVE?
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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS ARE STILL AVAILABLE
Do you like drawing, making videos or simply letting your imagination run “wild”? The young professional scholarship contest “My Wild Nature” is about to close! Don’t let escape this unique opportunity of attending WILD9. You have until July 31st to submit your proposal sharing with us your relationship with wilderness. Check the terms and conditions and download your application here: http://www.wild9.org/02_ING/06_04_YoungProfessional.html
     
 

Save your space in the Expo WILD9 and join NGO’S, Institutions, Governments and environmentally-committed corporations. (View EXPO)

"Wild9 photo of the week contest" will be open until the week of the Congress. Get into our website and upload a picture of a wilderness area in your country or region. You can win a 100 USD discount on the registration fee if your picture is chosen. (Visit website)

How do you say wilderness in your language? Share with the WILD9 community the word or expression you use to describe wild nature.(Visit website)
  
 
 
 
ONE.  Establish strategic alliances with conservation organizations around the world.
  
 
 
 
 
 
     
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