Royal Society for Protection of Nature

Apr 29

Mission statement

The Royal Society for Protection of Nature (RSPN) was established in 1987 as a citizen-based NGO devoted to the conservation of Bhutan’s unique environment. RSPN has evolved to a complementary partner to the Royal Government of Bhutan in preservation of the country’s rich natural heritage. It is a non-profit Public Benefit Organization registered with the Civil Society Organizations Authority governed by a seven-member Board of Directors. The Executive Director is the head of the organization and manages the day-to-day affairs. RSPN enjoyed the Royal Patronage of His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, the King of Bhutan from 1999 until 2012. The Queen of Bhutan, Her Majesty the Gyaltsuen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck is the current Royal Patron.

Vision: Future generations of Bhutan will live in an environmentally sustainable society

Mission: To inspire personal responsibility and active involvement of the people of Bhutan in the conservation of the Kingdom’s environment through education, research, and sustainable livelihood opportunities.