The 2026 Roll of Honour
World Ranger Day is celebrated across the world on 31 July. Achievements across the globe are celebrated, while we also remember those who have lost their lives, or have been injured, in the line of duty.
World Ranger Day is an International Ranger Federation (IRF) initiative, promoted alongside its charitable arm, The Thin Green Line Foundation (TGLF).
This year marks 20 years of World Ranger Day, we honour the extraordinary courage, commitment, and sacrifice of rangers across the globe – those who stand on the frontlines protecting our natural and cultural heritage.
This year’s theme ‘Rangers: Guardians of a Changing Planet’ recognises that rangers are working in a world defined by rapid and complex change.
From escalating climate extremes and biodiversity loss to increasing human-wildlife conflict, organised wildlife crime, and shifting social and political landscapes – rangers continue to serve as essential planetary health workers, safeguarding the future of our planet under ever more challenging conditions. Let’s come together to recognise the dedication, bravery, and passion of rangers who power transformative conservation.
How to get involved:
- Post on social media: post pictures of yourself, friends and colleagues holding the World Ranger Day sign. Share these pictures with the IRF and TGLF social media pages using #WorldRangerDay.
- Pause to remember: take a moment to honour those rangers who have made the ultimate sacrifice while protecting our planet’s natural treasures and cultural heritage.
- Raise funds for ranger projects: raise funds for critical projects to equip and train rangers in the field, as well as to support the families of fallen rangers.
However you mark the day please remember that when using any of the resources (see link below), make use of the following #Hashtags:
#WorldRangerDay2026
#WorldRangerDay
#WildlifeRangers
#RangersDeserveMore
#IStandWithRangers
#IAmARanger
#Rangers:GuardiansofaChangingPlanet
For the full resources library, including infographics, posters and social media banners please follow the link below:
