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Q: What does Defenders of Wildlife do?
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Defenders' mission is to protect species and the habitats upon which they depend. In doing so, we focus on preserving the health of our nation's rich biological heritage (biodiversity).
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Q: What does Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund do?
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The Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund provides a powerful voice in Washington for Americans who value our conservation heritage. Through grassroots lobbying, issue advocacy and political campaigns, the Action Fund champions those laws and lawmakers that protect wildlife and wild places while working against those that do them harm.
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Q: How long has Defenders been in existence?
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Defenders of Wildlife was founded in 1947 and was originally called Defenders of Fur Bearers. Its primary mission was to preserve wild animals. Although our mission has broadened to include wildlife habitat and biodiversity, protecting wild animals, especially large carnivores, remains a central part of our mission.
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Q: Do you have any job openings?
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Any open positions are posted on our web site. Job applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to the address listed in the job description.
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Q: Are internships available?
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Yes. Defenders does offer both paid and unpaid internships throughout the year. To apply, send a resume and cover letter explaining why you are interested and when you will be available. Please enclose a short writing sample.Internship Coordinator: Defenders of Wildlife
National Headquarters
1130 17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
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Q: Why don't you team up with other organizations that do the same or similar work, like World Wildlife Fund, and become one large organization?
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Defenders' main focus is restoring wolves to surviving former habitats in the lower 48 states and to prevent the extirpation of wolves in areas where they still exist. With the many threats to the environment, groups have been formed over the years to address other specific issues. We do work in coalitions with other environment groups on pressing threats to wildlife and habitat.
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Q: I would like to use a Defenders logo. How do I do this?
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Please send an email to the attention of Patty Probst explaining how you want to use it. The logo is copyrighted and may not be used without express written permission.
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