Inspired by IDF training, Israeli activist spearheads fight against global wildlife crime

Ofir Drori, an Israeli activist, has spearheaded the fight against illegal wildlife trafficking in Africa, leading to the incarceration of approximately 3,000 major traffickers. Inspired by his IDF officer training, which provided him with skills in management, team building, undercover investigations, and sting operations, Drori established a grassroots activist model.

"This is about transnational organized crime that creates demand and ensures supply, with one foot in Africa and the other in Asia."

His organization, EAGLE (Eco Activists for Government and Law Enforcement), operates in seven African countries, employing undercover agents and lawyers to ensure the arrest and conviction of criminals and corrupt officials involved in the trade of animals like elephants, rhinos, and pangolins. Despite facing dangers such as kidnappings and assassination attempts, Drori prioritizes security and seeks individuals with a strong moral backbone and a commitment to global impact.