Executive Order

On July 1, 2013, President Obama issued an Executive Order to enhance coordination of U.S. Government efforts to combat wildlife trafficking and assist foreign governments with capacity building. The Executive Order calls on the Secretary of the Interior, in consultation with the Secretary of State and the Attorney General, to establish an eight-member Council with representation from the private sector, former government officials, non-governmental organizations, and other experts on wildlife trade.

The Council serves as an advisory body to a Presidential Task Force consisting of senior-level representatives from across the federal government. The Council provides advice and recommendations to the Task Force on a multi-pronged approach to wildlife trafficking, including anti-poaching activities, law enforcement efforts and consumer demand reduction.

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Announcements

The Advisory Council on Wildlife Trafficking has announced its next meeting for Friday April 15, 2016,, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern Time. The meeting will be held at the U.S. Department of the Interior, South Interior Building Auditorium, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240. To attend the meeting in person, you must register by close of business on April 8, 2016. For more information on participating in the meeting, or submitting questions or comments, please refer to the Federal Register notice.

Agenda for April 15, 2016 Federal Advisory Council Meeting

Public Meeting Materials

• October 17, 2014
• June 9, 2014
• March 20, 2014
• December 16, 2013

Members of the Council

Alternate Members of the Council