The San Diego Zoo's Conservation and Research for Endangered Species: Get Involved

Nominations for the 2009
Zoological Society of San Diego Conservation Medal

Fill out this form to submit a nomination for one of the 2009 Conservation Medals presented by the Zoological Society of San Diego. Current employees of the Zoological Society of San Diego, deceased individuals, and past recipients are excluded from consideration for the Conservation Medal.
Nominations close September 1, 2008.

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* Nominee name:

* Nomination Category:

Conservation in Action: Individuals who are currently making an active and important contribution to the conservation and recovery of endangered species, habitats, or ecosystems. Work may include applied research, breeding and reintroduction programs, community education, or the establishment of protected areas. Award includes $10,000 cash prize to further the winner's work.

Conservation Advocate: Individuals who, through their personal efforts, written works, public presentations, promotion of the work of others, and charitable good deeds, enhanced the environment for the understanding of wildlife conservation.


* Please provide an explanation of the nominee's worthiness for this award:


To complete this nomination, and in case the Zoological Society wishes to follow up with you, please provide the following contact information:

*Your name:

*Your e-mail address:

*Your phone number:


  Alternate phone number:


  Organization:

*Your mailing address ( No., Street, Apt. #):

*City:


*Country (if outside USA):

*State: *ZIP Code:

About the ZSSD Conservation Medal

ZSSD Conservation Medal

The Conservation Medal is awarded annually by the Zoological Society’s Board of Trustees to people who have significantly increased knowledge of wildlife habitats;, played an active role in endangered species preservation through breeding programs, research, and the establishment of wildlife preserves; or furthered the cause of conservation through financial support, influence, or publicity.

Click here to see past recipients.