what we do
CONSERVATION COLLABORATION
We believe that the science of saving wildlife populations starts with community.
We are reducing human-wildlife conflict in Botswana, by focusing equally on wildlife research and community needs.
Mission
We help people and predators thrive—together—by crafting solutions for reducing human-wildlife conflict in Southern Africa.
Vision
We envision a world with safe and prosperous local communities, living alongside thriving lion populations.
Values
Our work is empowered by local knowledge, innovation and ecological sustainability. At CLAWS our core values are: holism, compassion, listening, ingenuity and hope.
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Our Programs
Lion Conservation
Lion populations were under attack and decreasing rapidly, in 2013. With our work, this is changing. We work to better understand, and protect, local lion populations in Botswana, with innovative science and by grounding work in local communities.
Communal Herding
Our local communities said they need help with herding cattle. We now support hundreds of cattle in several herds in Botswana. CLAWS began Communal Herding by supporting cattle health and safety—in exchange for participating farmers agreeing not to kill local predators.
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Donate
Our team works tirelessly to reduce human-predator conflict in Botswana—and it’s working, thanks to your support! Donate today to help increase our lion tracking and collaring work, and to support healthy cattle herds and local livelihoods.
Saving lions & protecting communities.
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Our Partners
ADOPT A LION
Your symbolic adoption helps protect these wild animals, their habitats and local village communities.