 PASA
member sanctuaries are committed to providing the best
possible facilities and care to captive African primates
in Africa, while working towards the protection and
conservation of the species in the wild.
PASA is an alliance of 16 primate sanctuaries from
all over Africa that is working toward addressing the
needs of current sanctuaries and promoting educational
initiatives within communities to reduce harmful environmental
and hunting practices.
JGI was very influential in the creation of PASA. The
alliance was founded in 2000 at a workshop organized
by JGI-Uganda and the Conservation Breeding Specialist
Group (CBSG) in Entebbe. Since then, annual meetings
have focused on the key issues facing sanctuaries including
education, conservation, reintroduction, veterinary
care, and breeding.
A PASA sanctuary provides a safe and secure home for
African apes and other primates in need. The welfare
of the individual and the preservation of the species
are of prime importance and are considered equally.
The sanctuary operates in the context of an integrated
approach to conservation which can include rehabilitation
and reintroduction.
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