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World Ranger Day 2023 - July 31
July 31 , 2023
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- This day is observed in memory of eight rangers who tragically lost their lives while on duty in Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo.
- The term ‘ranger’ is to refer to any professional involved in the protection and management of national parks and natural areas.
- The theme of 2023 is “30 by 30” aiming to effectively conserve and manage at least 30 percent of the planet's areas by 2030.
- The International Ranger Federation (IRF) was established in 1992 to promote and support the work of park rangers worldwide.
- The day was first celebrated in 2007 marking the organisation’s 15th foundation anniversary.
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