On Sunday 28th June, supporters around the world will be running, jogging or walking 5K to raise vital funds in support of International Animal Rescue's orangutan habitat protection project.

WHY IS THE RAINFOREST RUN IMPORTANT?

The Indonesian rainforest is vanishing before our eyes, with studies suggesting that over one million hectares are lost every single year, as a result of forest fires and the systematic destruction of the rainforest, primarily for palm oil production. Orangutans are now on the brink of extinction, as a direct consequence of this mass habitat destruction. Every single day, orangutans are forced out of their forest homes and left to die.

WHAT INTERNATIONAL ANIMAL RESCUE IS DOING

We are committed to building a future for every living being that depends on the rainforest for survival. And that means all of us! The rainforests are the lungs of the planet. Without them, none of us stands a chance of survival.

We are working to preserve precious Indonesian rainforests by not only protecting the forests but also the wildlife within it and the communities who live alongside it. Through patrols, research, education and the provision of alternative livelihoods, we are working to keep the forests that we all depend on safe and thriving.

We urgently need to raise the funds to continue this important work!

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP

By taking part in The Rainforest Run you can help us protect precious habitats. All funds raised will enable us to build a future for Critically Endangered orangutans.

No matter where you are in the world, whether you will be walking or running, you have the power to make a real and lasting difference.

A huge thank you to everyone getting involved!