Meeting Week Recordings
These virtual meetings are open to all wishing to attend! Hear updates from various AZA Committees, Taxon Advisory Groups (TAGs), Species Survival Plans (SSPs), Scientific Advisory Groups (SAGs), and Saving Animals From Extinction (SAFE) Programs.
Paid registration is not required. To register to view the on demand recording, click on the name of the meeting below.
If you have questions, please contact the AZA Meetings Department.
| Mon, Mar 22 | Tues, Mar 23 | Wed, Mar 24 | Thurs, Mar 25 | Fri, Mar 26 |
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| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Ape TAG This session will include updates on the status of the Ape SSP programs (bonobo, chimpanzee, gibbon/siamang, gorilla, and orangutan); the SAFE programs for chimpanzee, gorilla, and orangutan; a TAG Veterinary Advisor report; and information on several of the TAG’s new initiatives, including Strategic Planning, Research Review Process, and Web Site refresh. There will also be time for Q&A with the session participants. |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Marine Fishes TAG The MFTAG Midyear meeting will provide updates and discussions on many of the MFTAG programs and activities since our last meeting during the AZA Annual Conference in September 2020. TAG and Program IRs, Steering Committee members and Advisors, Program leaders and anyone interested are welcome to join the meeting. |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Snake TAG |
| 11:00 am - 2:00 pm | Small Carnivore TAG Open meeting for all AZA institutions, especially those holding Small Carnivores. This will be a reporting meeting to update the attendees on the status of the TAG, Regional Collection Plan, SSPs’ populations, and the SSPs’ activities. |
| 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Animal Population Management Committee General Updates This is a high-level overview of the committee’s work on their strategic plan. It is geared towards those who do not typically attend APMC update meetings or Animal Program meetings. The target audience includes individuals working on other AZA Committees, educators, public relations and marketing professionals, etc. This is not intended for Program Leaders. |
| 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Human Resources Committee |
| 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Small Population Management Advisory Group (SPMAG) During this meeting, SPMAG will first provide an update on our activities since the September meeting, describe and discuss the draft strategic action plan, and welcome volunteers to lead our initiatives. We will spend a portion of the meeting in break out rooms brainstorming and refining the potential roles and activities for the SPMAG TAG Liaison position. Finally, we will hear updates from a number of SPMAG members on their individual program, research, and population management activities. |
| 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Amphibian TAG |
| 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm | SAFE: Sharing the Landscape During this session, panelists will discuss the successes and challenges of orangutan conservation during a pandemic, updates from the Asian hornbills program and activities planned by field partners, an overview of the black rhino program and work that will be supported with an AZA SAFE grant, and updates from the lion program. |
| 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm | Freshwater Fishes TAG |
| 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Reproduction & Endocrinology SAG We welcome you to join us as we provide an overview of the Reproduction & Endocrinology SAG, our initiatives, available resources, and how you can be involved. Our mission is to develop cooperative relationships between AZA, its Animal Programs, its accredited institutions, and the scientific community of reproduction and endocrine specialists and provide technical advice to enhance reproduction services for AZA Animal Programs. This is a great opportunity to ask questions of our panelists during the Q&A. |
| 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Jaguar SSP/SAFE |
| 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Social Science Research & Evaluation SAG Members of the Social Science Research and Evaluation Scientific Advisory Group (SSRE SAG) Steering Committee will share updates from the past six months including topline results from the Needs Assessment regarding social science research and evaluation, subcommittee reports (Communication, Professional Development, Ethical Practices and Collaboration), next steps and additional opportunities for involvement and discussion. |
| 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Animal Welfare Task Force - Road Show and Listening/Feedback Session Each Welfare Task Force session will be similar so please attend one of the three sessions offered during the week. In each session, members of the AZA Animal Welfare Vision and Strategy Task Force will share why the task force exists, the charter of the task force from the AZA Board, the make-up of the Task Force, and more. Participants will then join breakout rooms to provide feedback on priorities and direction for the Task Force. This is a great opportunity for all members of our professional community to provide insight into this important work for our collective future. All members of the zoo and aquarium profession in all roles/jobs are invited to attend and provide feedback. |
| 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Coraciiformes TAG |
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| 11:00 am - 12:30 pm | Animal Welfare Committee Overview of the role of the Animal Welfare Committee, updates on the 2018 strategic plan, and a look forward to the 2021 strategic planning session. This meeting will include presentations on the application of accreditation standards as they apply to animal welfare, and an overview of the Welfare Task Force. |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Chelonian TAG |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Prosimian TAG The Prosimian TAG will present an update of our programs and share broad updates on the progress of our TAG’s strategic plan, including our TAG’s research and population management goals, our behavior management committee, and our education initiatives. As part of our education initiatives, we will share a presentation "Messaging Matters" focused on empowering zoo and aquarium staff to positively portray primates in their care and in the wild for more effective conservation. |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Ungulate TAGs: Welcome, Overview, and Agenda for the Week; AZA Ungulate TAG Chair Briefings View full Ungulate TAG agenda (in PDF) |
| 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm | Safety Committee |
| 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm | Animal Program Leaders Meeting Session for TAG Chairs, SSP Coordinators, Studbooks Keepers, Institutional Representatives/Liaisons, and everyone else working with Animal Programs. Includes updates from the PMC, AZA staff, and the APMC strategic plan, with time for Q&A. |
| 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Animal Health Committee |
| 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Professional Development Committee Join the Professional Development Committee as they discuss future webinar and course opportunities and give updates on PDC initiatives. |
| 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm | Research & Technology Committee |
| 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm | Piciformes TAG The Piciformes TAG meeting will be a brief review of the status of the TAG, information regarding the upcoming TAG RCP, and a brief discussion of how the changes in the SSP structure will impact the Piciformes TAG. |
| 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Diversity Committee The Diversity Committee welcomes you to join us for our open meeting to hear updates, provide feedback on our work and give you an opportunity to get involved! No matter where you are on your journey, we encourage you to engage with us and help us move this important work forward! |
| 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | SAFE: Chimpanzee Join the Chimpanzee SAFE Steering Committee as we review progress over the past year and discuss next steps for the program. Panelists will also be available to answer any questions about joining the program. |
| 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | The Future of SSPs and How it May Impact the Ungulate TAGs and Collection Planning - Presentations and Discussion View full Ungulate TAG agenda (in PDF) |
| 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Crocodilian TAG |
| 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Black-footed Ferret SSP This session will focus on SSP achievements in 2020 as well as things we are working on in 2021. Several of our SSP advisors will be on the panel to present and discuss information pertaining to CoVID19 protocols, reproduction and assisted reproductive technologies, the ongoing AZA review of the BFF program and an update on the Conata Basin/Badlands reintroduction site in South Dakota. Join us as we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Black-footed Ferret Rediscovery! |
| 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Anseriformes TAG |
| 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | SAFE: Andean Bear This will be an open meeting for Program Partners or those interested in Andean bear SAFE. After a brief review of the status of the Program, and development of the Program Plan, we will identify Program Plan Working Groups and Leaders and discuss draft Objectives for the Three-Year plan. Time will be available for discussion and Q&A. |
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| 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Ambassador Animal SAG The AASAG Steering Committee reporting meeting will include progress updates from each of the five working groups: Best Practices, Sustainable Collections, Supporting Research and Evaluation, Professional Development, and Communications. |
| 11:00 am - 12:30 pm | Aquatic Collections Sustainability Committee |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Lizard TAG |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Joint Public Relations & Marketing Committees |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Ungulate TAGs: Reports from the Field View full Ungulate TAG agenda (in PDF) |
| 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm | Animal Welfare Task Force - Road Show and Listening/Feedback Session Each Welfare Task Force session will be similar so please attend one of the three sessions offered during the week. In each session, members of the AZA Animal Welfare Vision and Strategy Task Force will share why the task force exists, the charter of the task force from the AZA Board, the make-up of the Task Force, and more. Participants will then join breakout rooms to provide feedback on priorities and direction for the Task Force. This is a great opportunity for all members of our professional community to provide insight into this important work for our collective future. All members of the zoo and aquarium profession in all roles/jobs are invited to attend and provide feedback. |
| 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | TAG Chair Meeting Information, updates and discussion for TAG Chairs and Vice-Chairs |
| 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm | Government Affairs Committee |
| 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm | Trends Committee |
| 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm | Wildlife Conservation Committee |
| 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Ungulate TAG Scientific Management Presentations View full Ungulate TAG agenda (in PDF) |
| 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Raptor TAG |
| 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | SAFE: Orangutan - Planning a Paradigm Shift in Orangutan Conservation The Orangutan SAFE Program, along with our partners at HUTAN, Wildlife Impact, and Borneo Futures, was awarded a grant to increase our understanding of the importance of orangutans in forest patches within agricultural landscapes, to develop models that show the effect of translocations as a common tool for mitigating human-orangutan conflict, and to create outreach materials for a variety of stakeholders to share the results of this potentially transformational research. We will briefly discuss the project and then solicit input from attendees regarding what tools would be most useful to them for engaging with zoo visitors and the general public on orangutan conservation issues. |
| 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Rodent Insectivore Lagomorph TAG |
| 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Marketing Committee |
| 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm | Ungulate TAGs: Open Discussion with Ungulate TAG Leadership – Meet and Greet, Q&A, Open Discussion View full Ungulate TAG agenda (in PDF) |
| 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Cheetah SSP/SAFE |
| 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm | New World Primate TAG |
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| 11:00 am - 12:30 pm | Conservation Education Committee This is an open meeting for all AZA institutions. It will include an overview of the committee’s work and the sharing of reorganization and prioritization of initiatives in their strategic framework. The target audiences includes those in conservation education leadership, audience engagement, and related roles, particularly those interested in becoming involved in the work of CEC at various levels of engagement. |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Aquarium Affairs Committee Please join the Aquarium Affairs Committee membership as we advance the aquarium profession. We will be hearing the latest updates on our committee activities as well as topical initiatives for the aquarium community as a whole. This is the primary AZA gathering of aquarium professionals to present your thoughts, ideas and questions for input. Learn how you can contribute to the AZA AAC Mission and get involved in the action. |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Chimpanzee SSP |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Ungulate Committee and Activity Updates and Reports from the Field View full Ungulate TAG agenda (in PDF) |
| 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | Animal Programs Resources and Policies This webinar is intended for new and interested Animal Program Leaders (TAG Chairs, SSP Coordinators, Studbook Keepers, and Candidate Program Leaders) or participants (Institutional Representatives and Liaisons, advisors, and officers). Presenters will provide an overview of the general administration, policies, and resources of AZA Animal Programs. This webinar will be recorded and will be required viewing for those taking the virtual Population Management I: Data Management and Processing course. |
| 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Business Operations Committee This meeting will cover the following topics: Earned Revenue Survey Data Request; Business Operations Networking Event; Hot topics for development into sessions at Annual Conference; Business Operations Sustainability Survey Update; Roundtable Discussions during Mid-Year Meeting; Green SAG update; SAFE PACT updates; Mid-Year Meeting Schedule & Opportunities |
| 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | SAFE: Creating Space for Wildlife Updates from Gorilla, American Red Wolf, Chimpanzee |
| 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm | Ungulate TAGs Husbandry Presentations View full Ungulate TAG agenda (in PDF) |
| 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Bear TAG Open meeting providing current population status trends and TAG goals for 2021/2022 |
| 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Volunteer Management Committee Please join the Volunteer Management Committee (VMC) as we look ahead to our next 5 year strategic plan. Topics that will be reviewed include our current strategic plan, our work on AZA’s 5th promise, what we hope to accomplish in the next 5 years, and how you can be more involved with the VMC and our work to advance volunteering across AZA organizations. We will be soliciting input from attendees during the session. |
| 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | SAFE: Gorilla |
| 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | SAFE: A Changing Landscape Updates from North American Monarch, North American Songbird, American Turtle, Andean Highland Flamingo |
| 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Reproductive Management Center The AZA Reproductive Management Center is here to provide members with advice on all aspects of reproductive management. In this session, we will give updates on RMC initiatives aimed at promoting and controlling reproduction, understanding the complexities of contraception, and conducting research to improve reproductive management. We will also highlight the resources and training opportunities available from the RMC for AZA professionals on a range of topics. |
| 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm | Supporting You and Your People: A Listening Session This session is jointly facilitated by the Human Resources and Professional Development Committees for currently employed or AZA alumni. If you or your team have been impacted by furloughs or job loss due to COVID, we invite you to participate in a listening session. Your input will be used to create webinars and additional resources to support people in our AZA community during this transitory time and beyond. With your insight, we can provide relevant and actionable support with positive impact for our collective mission-driven work. |
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| 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Marsupial & Monotreme TAG |
| 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Animal Welfare Task Force - Road Show and Listening/Feedback Session Each Welfare Task Force session will be similar so please attend one of the three sessions offered during the week. In each session, members of the AZA Animal Welfare Vision and Strategy Task Force will share why the task force exists, the charter of the task force from the AZA Board, the make-up of the Task Force, and more. Participants will then join breakout rooms to provide feedback on priorities and direction for the Task Force. This is a great opportunity for all members of our professional community to provide insight into this important work for our collective future. All members of the zoo and aquarium profession in all roles/jobs are invited to attend and provide feedback. |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | AZA Board of Directors View the agenda |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Behavior SAG Join the Behavior SAG Steering Committee for a group overview, action plan updates from each working group and a general member introduction. We will be also be announcing upcoming programs and events. During the second half of the meeting, we will be presenting: An Ambassador Owl Conundrum; Is Welfare Compromised When Rehab Owls Are Brought to Ambassador Programs? |
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Rhino TAG and Rhino Research Council View the Rhino TAG agenda |
| 11:30 am - 12:00 pm | SAFE: Orangutan The Orangutan SAFE Steering Committee will provide an update on the status of the 3-year Program Plan for Program Partners and any others interested in orangutan conservation. Additional time will be available for open discussion and Q&A. |
| 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm | Tree Kangaroo SSP |
| 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Avian SAG |
| 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm | Rhino TAG and Rhino Research Council View the Rhino TAG agenda |
| 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm | Koala SSP |
| 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | SAFE: Tree Kangaroo of PNG |
| 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Green SAG Are you looking to flex your sustainability muscle at your institution but not sure where to start? Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your sustainability journey at your zoo or aquarium, the Green Science Advisory Group (GSAG) has you covered! During this session members of the GSAG’s Steering Committee will guide participants through tried and true green and sustainable business practices, brainstorm funding opportunities, and more. This session is guaranteed to be informative and fun. A half-hour networking session will be hosted at the end as an opportunity to keep the conversation going. |
| 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm | Polar Bear SSP |
| 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | SAFE: Seascape Conservation Updates from Sea Turtle, Vaquita, Coral, Sharks & Rays |
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