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DOHA—
(Doha, Qatar)—The Species Survival Network (SSN), a global coalition of
82 organizations from more than 30 countries, today congratulated the
recipients of the prestigious 2010 Clark R. Bavin Wildlife Law
Enforcement Awards. Tonight
at 18.30 in the Al Dafna Foyer of the Sheraton Doha Convention Hotel,
hundreds of delegates attending the 15th Meeting of the Conference of
the Parties to CITES gather to honor the heroic efforts of wildlife law
enforcement officers who often put their lives in jeopardy to protect
wildlife and uphold the rule of law. Will Travers,
President of the Species Survival Network said, “Wildlife law
enforcement is the front-line. It’s a dangerous, sometimes deadly
place. Sadly all too often the sacrifice made by law enforcement
officers goes unrecognized—not tonight.” Honorees include
representatives from Israel, India, the United States, Kenya, China,
the United Kingdom, Denmark, and the Philippines. The Awards are named
in memory of the pioneering former head of law enforcement for the
United States Fish and Wildlife Service. DJ Schubert,
wildlife biologist with the US-based Animal Welfare Institute, sponsor
of the Bavin Awards, added, “It is a privilege to work in wildlife
conservation and be an advocate for wild animals in desperate need
across the globe – and it is an honor to share this evening with the
dedicated wildlife protectors who turn words into deeds and stop at
nothing to end wildlife crime.” Members of the Press and
Media are encouraged to attend the event. One on one interview
opportunities can be arranged. Please contact Adam Roberts
(974-530-8006 in Doha, 1-202-445-3572 global mobile, press@ssn.org).
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