Biodiversity Conservation and Human Well-being are Deeply Intertwined
At HEAL, we recognise this vital connection. Our goal is to combat rampant exploitation of wildlife, empower locals to protect their environments and inform policy decisions that balance ecological needs with human development.
Our Programs
Species Conservation
Protecting India’s rich biodiversity through targeted actions and scientific research, ensuring endangered species thrive in their natural habitats
We enhance community capacities for harmonious coexistence with wildlife and empower them to actively contribute to conservation
Explore our projects to see how we are engaging communities to make a difference
Featured Projects
Elephant Conservation Program For promoting Human-Elephant Coexistence
Employing innovative solutions and community engagement to reduce human-elephant conflict in South Bengal
Fish – Fishing Cat – Fisherfolk: Visualising the Persistence of a Rich Socio-Ecological System
Linking conservation of fishing cats and their wetland habitats to the well-being of local communities
Zero Deaths from Snakebites: Reducing Persecution of Snakes in Sundarbans
Empowering communities with the knowledge to prevent and manage snakebites, mobilising their support for snake conservation
Averting an Ecological Disaster: Ending Illegal Makhana Cultivation in Bilkarul Beel
Joining forces with a wetland-dependent community to end its illegal exploitation and create stewards for its preservation
Wild animals were provided life-saving aid and released back to natural habitats in 2024, averting their conflict with humans
Your support sustains these vital rescue efforts
HEAL leads the way in conservation advocacy and wildlife crime enforcement
We’ve ended one of the deadliest hunting festivals in eastern India, uncovered extensive poaching rackets of critically endangered Gangetic dolphins and migratory birds, and restored degraded wetlands. Our efforts have also secured state-wide protection for wetlands against industrial encroachment
