Hosted by IUCN and the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas, in collaboration with the International Ranger Federation, Conservation Allies, Universal Ranger Support Alliance, and IUCN-US, the International Ranger Awards officially recognize rangers and ranger teams who overcome challenges to protect wildlife each year.

The Awards’ objectives are to:

• Recognise the courageous and selfless activities of rangers across the planet (all countries) who face challenges and risks to help preserve our planet
• Motivate rangers to showcase their effort to protect wildlife and natural resources
• Raise awareness about the critical role and dedication of rangers in conservation
• Share real-life stories
• Provide award recipients with tangible benefits that will aid and support their work

The upcoming 2025 International Ranger Awards are open for nominations from 11^th October 2024 through 31^st January 2025. 

Awardees will be announced during the 2025 IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi (October 9 – 15, 2025).

Winners will receive awards ranging from $25,000 to $10,000 to support the protected and conserved areas where they work, and a custom uniform patch to signify their achievement.

Award funds can be used towards purchasing essential supplies or equipment, providing training, supporting the family of a deceased ranger, or other ranger welfare activities.

The International Ranger Award aims to recognize all types of rangers including Indigenous, community, and volunteer rangers as well as those employed in protected and conserved areas. Nominations are encouraged regardless of duties, gender, ethnicity, or geographic location.

To nominate a ranger or a ranger team:

• review Eligibility and Selection Criteria
• Register at ranger.awardsplatform.com
• Fill in and submit the form.

Further information

Please check this link of the Ranger Award co-operation partner International Ranger Federation for more information: https://www.internationalrangers.org/international-ranger-awards/