Support BDS and Help Protect Deer and Their Habitats

13 December, 2024

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Our Work, Deer Conservation, British Deer Society

Support The British Deer Society and Help Protect Deer and Their Habitats

At the British Deer Society (BDS), we envision a UK where wild deer are valued, respected, and thrive in harmony with their environment. Our work is focused on ensuring that deer face minimal threats to their welfare while supporting a more ethical, sustainable food sector. By supporting BDS, you are helping to protect deer and their habitats, ensuring a sustainable future for wildlife and people alike.

Our Mission and Vision

The BDS is dedicated to educating and inspiring people about deer, advocating for evidence-based deer management, and championing deer welfare in everything we do. Our mission is driven by our Together for Deer Strategy, which focuses on three key areas:

Ethics & Welfare: Preventing needless suffering and ensuring the welfare of deer.
Education & Training: Providing unbiased information, resources, and training to promote responsible deer management.
Science & Research: Advancing research and monitoring to protect deer and manage their populations effectively.

Through this strategy, we aim to inspire a greater number and diversity of people, organisations, and governmental bodies to come together to create healthy deer populations, in balance with their environment.

How Your Support Makes a Difference

By supporting BDS, you are helping us achieve our vision and mission in several key ways:

Promoting Deer Welfare
We are the leading voice in preventing suffering caused by human activities and advocating for the ethical treatment of deer. Your support helps us expand our advocacy efforts and ensure that deer welfare remains at the heart of everything we do.
Expanding Education and Training
We provide high-quality resources and training to anyone interested in learning about deer. From schoolchildren to land management professionals, our educational initiatives help people better understand the importance of deer and how to manage them responsibly. Your donation helps us reach more people and provide the resources needed to raise awareness about deer welfare and management.
Advancing Research and Science
We conduct essential research to monitor deer populations, improve welfare, and ensure informed management practices. With your support, we can fund and expand research projects that help us understand the challenges deer face and the best ways to protect them.

Our Goals for 2030

By 2030, BDS aims to achieve the following goals:

Develop a modern ethics and welfare framework for deer: Ensuring that deer are treated with the respect and care they deserve.
Broaden education and training programmes: Expanding our reach to engage more communities and professionals in responsible deer management.
Conduct and support research: Expanding the UK’s knowledge on deer welfare and management to ensure informed and effective conservation practices.

These goals are central to our mission and will guide our work in the coming years. Your donation is vital in helping us achieve these objectives and create a better future for deer across the UK.

Why Donate to BDS?

When you donate to BDS, you are helping us:

Enhance deer welfare: Through advocacy, support services, and innovative solutions.
Provide educational resources and training: To increase awareness and understanding of deer and their role in the environment.
Fund vital research: To ensure the sustainable management of deer populations and the protection of their habitats.

Every donation, no matter the size, makes a real impact. Your support helps us continue our important work, ensuring that deer are protected, respected, and able to thrive in the wild.

Join Us in Making a Difference

Together, we can create a UK where wild deer are respected, protected, and thrive in balance with their environment. Your support is crucial in making this vision a reality. Join us in making a lasting difference for deer and the ecosystems they support.

Support the future of deer Today!

By donating or becoming a member of the British Deer Society, you can help ensure sustainable deer management, protect biodiversity, and preserve the UK’s natural landscapes for generations to come. Join us in our mission—your contribution makes a difference.