Big cats worldwide are under threat—due to habitat loss, degradation, and conflicts with humans. The #BigCatsInitiative, co-founded by Explorers at Large Dereck and Beverly Joubert and the National Geographic Society, has made a significant impact to help ensure a safe future for big cats. We partner with some of the world’s leading big cat experts, funding on-the-ground research and innovative conservation projects to safeguard big cats and their critical habitats, while leading efforts to shin