Committed people make it happen — the power of a single person is almost always the spark that ignites real and lasting change. The WILD Foundation honors and celebrates those leaders, both contemporary and historic, who have dedicated their lives to the protection of wild nature.

‘Wilderness Visionaries,’ a multi-media communications initiative, pays tribute to these leaders and was launched at WILD9, the 9th World Wilderness Congress (6-13 November 2009, Merida, Mexico). This initial, professional exhibition produced in partnership with Belinda Ashton of The Nature Connection (South Africa) showcased many “Wilderness Visionaries” in the WILD9ExPo, for delegates to both enjoy and consider.

‘Wilderness Visionaries’ is just starting. Much more than simply honoring what has been, it is meant to promote current and future leadership for wilderness protection. We encourage your input to this ongoing initiative.

Please use the nomination form at http://www.wild.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Visionaries_FORM2.pdf to let us know about a person whom you regard as an inspirational and effective leader in wilderness conservation. You can submit this via email, or send to The WILD Foundation at info@wild.org.