The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International is dedicated to the
conservation and protection of gorillas and their habitats in Africa.
We are committed to promoting continued research on their threatened
ecosystems and education about their relevance to the world in which
we live. In collaboration with government agencies and other
international partners, we also provide assistance to local
communities through education, health, training and economic
development initiatives.
The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International is a not-for-profit organization founded by Dr. Dian Fossey in 1978 to preserve and protect the world's last mountain gorillas. Originally named “Digit Fund” in memory of Dr. Fossey's favorite gorilla, the Fund was renamed in 1992 to underscore its commitment to carry on the gorilla protection and research programs established by Dr. Fossey.
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Dian Fossey’s grave next to that of her beloved gorilla “Digit” |
Please see our Conservation and Research section for more information about our approach and programs.
