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Since 2006, the Saiga Conservation Alliance has grown from a shared commitment to protecting saigas into an international conservation network. Explore the milestones that have shaped our work along the way.
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2026
Twenty years of SCA
Celebrating two decades of work across the saiga range and beyond.
Find out more abour our journey over the last two decades in our 20th anniversary report. Read the reportsaiga-anniversary-report-cover-83ba9f.jpg
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2024
SCA appoints its first Director
Peter Damerell is appointed Interim Director, marking a new chapter for the Alliance and strengthening its capacity to deliver saiga conservation.
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2014
Young Conservation Leaders and Excellence in Saiga Protection Awards launched
SCA introduces two awards: one supporting conservation projects led by emerging conservationists, and the other recognising individuals making important contributions to saiga protection.
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2013
Saiga Resource Centre is Launched
SCA launches the Saiga Resource Centre, making research, news, photographs, and educational resources freely accessible to support saiga conservation worldwide.
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2013
SCA establishes the first Steppe Wildlife Clubs.
SCA launches the first Steppe Wildlife Clubs in Uzbekistan, inspiring children to connect with nature and discover the saigas and steppe landscapes around them.
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2010
SCA becomes a registered charity in the UK.
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2007
Small Grants Programme Launched
SCA launches its Small Grants Programme to support grassroots projects that make a difference for saiga conservation.
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2006
Saiga Day is launched
SCA launches Saiga Day in Uzbekistan, bringing communities together through celebrations and activities that raise awareness of saigas and their conservation.
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2006-2007
SCA is founded
E.J. Milner-Gulland and Elena Bykova co-found SCA and hold its first Steering Committee meeting in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. SCA also joins the Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN), gaining vital support and connections to the international conservation community.
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