The Fight for Wolves: Why State Policy Matters Now More Than Ever

The Wolf Conservation Center hosted Dr. Michelle Lute, Executive Director of Wildlife for All, on October 16, 2024 at 6 pm ET for a timely discussion on the crucial role of state policy in protecting wolves and other wildlife. As the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service moves forward with its appeal to potentially delist wolves nationally, it’s clear that we can’t rely on federal protections alone. Michelle explored how state-level reforms are essential to safeguarding vulnerable species, how to get involved in local policy efforts, and why community-driven wildlife governance is more important than ever.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Michelle Lute is a conservation scientist and advocate with nearly twenty years’ experience in biodiversity conservation on public and private lands around the globe. Michelle holds a PhD in wildlife management from Michigan State University, an MS in animal behavior and ecology from the University of Notre Dame, and a BS in geography and environmental science from Valparaiso University. She started her environmental career in the National Park Service, worked for large and small nonprofits, state government and held research positions at universities across the US. Dr. Lute has authored over 30 publications in ecology and social sciences to develop evidence-based approaches to human-wildlife coexistence. wildlifeforall...
ABOUT THE WOLF CONSERVATION CENTER
The Wolf Conservation Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit environmental education organization committed to conserving wolf populations in North America through science-based education programming and participation in the federal Saving Animals From Extinction (SAFE) Programs for the critically endangered Mexican gray wolf and red wolf. The WCC's mission is to advance the survival of wolves by inspiring a global community through education, advocacy, research, and recovery.
For more information about wolves and the WCC's participation in wolf recovery, please visit www.nywolf.org.
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[@georgesam747]

It's a shame that in some states the minority of hunters and livestock owners try to eliminate wolves and wildlife in general. Authorities are making a huge mistake letting them do whatever they want. It's unethical, wrong and harmful for the rest of the society. Ecosystem, biodiversity, wildlife and nature in general are essential for the wellbeing of the communities. This must change immediately. There is no time left for continuing the same mistakes. Wake up people.

[@slimjim803]

I can't wait for this!😁👏🐺

[@mariahayworth1168]

I STAND FOR WOLVES ❤️🐺❤️🐺❤️🐺❤️🐺 SAFEGUARDING THE WILDLIFE‼️

[@RayaEagleWings]

Please protect Wolves ! Please protect wildlife! Fight for Wolves 🐺❤️🐺❤️🐺❤️🐺

[@Voltagenix]

I do hope wolves have a future in this world. I'm glad some organizations like this are doing their part to ensure their survival. You have my thanks.

[@balsarmy]

I hope we can save all species

[@omcguigan173]

Thank you all for your great and very important work! 🐺🙏🌍✨🦋✨♥️👍

[@caramelcopcat]

We need this!!!

[@dabanyaseen96]

May Allah bless you all

[@abelgonzalez158]

Bless them wolves

[@Lori737]

Wonderful work ❤ never give up ❤ ❤ more wolf videos please

[@CanisLupus123]

I hate to say it but I really wish they were never reintroduced. Wouldn't be seeing the horrific outcome of what is now being done to them.