Australian Geographic Society

Founded in 1987, Australian Geographic Society is a charity based in Redfern, Australia working on nature & wildlife conservation, environment & climate, science & research +1 more.

The Australian Geographic Society is a not-for-profit registered charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. It supports conservation, scientific research, exploration and public education across Australia. It funds conservation projects through grants and the Awards for Nature, recognises achievements in conservation and adventure, and shares knowledge of Australia's natural and cultural heritage through storytelling. It was established in 1987 by Dick Smith AC, a year after he launched Australian Geographic, and is funded through donations, sponsorship and the profits of Australian Geographic businesses. Its work is national in scope and focuses on restoring ecosystems, protecting threatened species and amplifying Indigenous knowledge.