“David Attenborough: A Symbol of Conservation” Sir David Attenborough has become a symbol of conservation with his more than 60 years of remarkable contributions to natural history programming. Not only has he brought a whole world of wildlife to audiences around the world, but he has also used his platform to bring awareness of the importance of conservation and to spread the message of sustainability. As a result, Attenborough has helped millions turn from apathy towards conservation to action. Growing up in a time when the environment was not a major topic of conversation, he has seen the strong impacts modern humans have had on the planet. Recognizing the need for change in public attitude and education about conservation, he has taken on the role of a global teacher for the world. Attenborough has held that role since his involvement in the 1950s with the BBC's pioneering series, Animal World. From there, he became presenter and narrator of remarkable documentaries, such as Life on Earth (1979), The Blue Planet (2001), and Planet Earth (2006). In these series, which eventually reached hundreds of millions of viewers, Attenborough has not only chronicled the world's wildlife but explained why it's important to protect it. The attainments of Attenborough have earned him the respect and adoration of mass audiences worldwide, as well as numerous accolades, including a knighthood, the Order of Merit, recognition by the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and a Special Achievement Award at the 2019 British Academy Film Awards. Attenborough continues to inspire conservationists and influence generations to come with his legendary insight into the natural world. He is a symbol of conservation, and his words have made a difference, which is further demonstrated by his recent documentary A Life On Our Planet. In it, Attenborough leads viewers through his long career and calls for the world to take real action against climate change. It is a reminder to us all of why educating ourselves and taking part in conservation are more important than ever before.