Welcome to the
Society for Human Dimensions of Wildlife!
The society connects researchers, practitioners, and students in a shared commitment to wildlife conservation through social science, diverse representation, and knowledge transfer.
We strive to be a hub for:
What’s coming for SHDW
Thank you to the more than 100 people who have joined us in our first months! Here’s what we’re working on.
Working groups
Members will soon be able to get involved in member-led working groups, with topics such as a shared resource collection for the human dimensions of wildlife community and member engagement.
Member spotlights & directory
We’ll be featuring members and their work, and building a member directory to help you find collaborators.
Pathways 2027
Join us at the University of South Florida – St. Petersburg, 1–3 November 2027. More details soon.
A growing international community
Our European working group is building connections and collaborations across Europe.
Join SHDW
Membership is free for your first year. Help shape the society from the start.
Become a member