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THE WORLD’S LEADING ANIMAL CONSERVATION AWARD
The Indianapolis Prize awards $250,000 to an animal conservationist who has achieved major victories in advancing the sustainability of an animal species or group of species. The Prize also awards five DeHaan Finalists and an Emerging Conservationist with $50,000 each. Granted biennially, this award was established to bring the world’s attention to the cause of animal conservation and the brave, talented and dedicated men and women who spend their lives saving the Earth’s endangered animal species.
The Indianapolis Zoo and the global conservation community mourn the passing of Dr. Iain Douglas-Hamilton, Winner of the 2010 Indianapolis Prize.
Dr. Douglas-Hamilton’s pioneering fieldwork revolutionized our understanding of African elephants. Throughout his career and as the founder of Save the Elephants, he was the leading voice advocating for African elephant conservation.
We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends and his colleagues at Save the Elephants.
– Dr. Robert Shumaker, President & CEO
Indianapolis Prize Gala
Conservation Heroes
Praise for the Prize
“In an evolving international world facing numerous challenges impacting biodiversity and the planet balance as a whole, we are very grateful that the Indianapolis Prize put into light the importance of people striving for a more sustainable world.” – Anne-Marie Boisbouvier, Advisor to the Cabinet of HSH the Sovereign Prince of Monaco
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