Supporting our members' education, connection, and inspiration to strengthen understanding of and commitment to zoo and aquarium conservation goals.
Membership Benefits
As an AZADV member, you have access to a wide variety of membership benefits such as:
Quarterly Newsletter
The newsletter features educational articles submitted by industry professionals and AZADV members, news, upcoming events, and more.
Educational Opportunities
We can put that AZADV Professional Development offers members webinars, resource links and more to help our members be as knowledgeable as possible
Reciprocal Admission
Members receive admission discounts to more than 30 participating zoos and/or aquariums in North America upon proof of membership.
Conferences
Join hundreds of members at the annual conference for personal development and networking opportunities.
Zoo Day at the host facility includes behind-the-scenes and other unique activities.
Join Us
Join docents and volunteers from more than 115 zoos and aquariums across North America who share your passion for animals and conserving our natural world.
The Association of Zoo and Aquarium Docents and Volunteers (AZADV) is a 503(c)(3) non-profit organization whose purpose is to support the conservation of species and facilitate communication between
members to enhance educational programming and renew enthusiasm for the service that our members contribute to their institutions.
October 14–20, 2025
San Diego DoubleTree in Mission Valley, Calif.
Registration: TBD
2026 AZADV Conference
TBD, 2026
Hosted by Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium
Registration: TBD
Education Grants
We encourage and support the development and implementation of creative education programs through AZADV Education Grants. Each year, grants of up to $6,000 are awarded to organizational members.
Our MissionSupporting our members' education,
