Zoo and Aquarium Associations

• American Association of Zoo Keepers  - Nonprofit volunteer organization made up of professional zoo keepers and other interested persons dedicated to professional animal care and conservation.
• American Zoo and Aquarium Association  - A nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation.
• Animal Keepers Association of Africa  - Networking association for zoo and animal keepers across Africa; includes employment information, articles, advice and archives.
• Aquarium & Zoo Facilities Association  - Includes organization description, membership information, and conservation projects.
• Association of Zoological Horticulture  - Not-for-profit membership organization aiming to promote the advancement of zoo horticulture in zoological parks, gardens, and aquariums.
• Australasian Society of Zoo Keeping  - Provides a network for information exchange to improve the welfare of wild animals in captivity.
• British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums  - Professional body promoting the zoos and aquariums in Britain and Ireland. Site presents information on conservation programs, research, and campaigns.
• Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums  - A non-profit organization established to promote the welfare of and encourage the advancement and improvement of zoology, recreation, education, conservation and science.
• European Association of Zoo and Wildlife Veterinarians  - International nonprofit organization promoting veterinary knowledge and skills in the field of zoo and wild animals.
• European Association of Zoos and Aquaria  - Promotes cooperation for furthering regional collection planning and wildlife conservation.
• European Union of Aquarium Curators  - Facilitates conferences and activities that promote the professional improvement of specialists in public aquariums.
• International Congress of Zookeepers  - Provides news and a history of this organization and its aims, plus details of forthcoming events.
• International Rhino Keeper Association  - Sharing captive rhino management experience; includes newsletters and details of forthcoming events and workshops.
• PAAZAB: African Association of Zoos and Aquaria  - Discusses modern practices and maintenance programs for the conservation, protection, and monitoring of animals in Africa. Includes news and pictures.
• South East Asian Zoos Association  - Fosters the preservation of the natural environment through education, recreation, and research.
• World Association of Zoos and Aquariums  - Guide, encourage and support the zoos, aquariums, and like-minded organisations of the world in animal care and welfare, environmental education and global conservation.