There is a place for everyone in the International Year of the Bats. Pick the path that fits you — and if you are planning an event for 2027, submissions are open now.
Individuals
Go on a bat walk, host a bat night, learn a bat fact and share it, join your regional bat network. How to take part →
Organisations
Zoos, museums, schools, NGOs, universities, companies: register events, use the toolkit and brand assets, become a partner. What you can do →
Governments
Recognise IYBats 2027, support science-based bat protection and help your national networks reach the public. For agencies and ministries →
Volunteer with the IYBats team
We are a volunteer-driven initiative and we need help with communications, translation, design, event coordination, social media and web content. Tell us what you can offer and we’ll be in touch.
Sponsor a programme
Sponsorship funds outreach micro-grants, student travel to bat conferences, research equipment, contest prizes and impact measurement on every continent. See sponsorship opportunities →
Spread the word
#IYBats and #IYBats2027 on every post. Follow and share: