August 12 is World Elephant Day. Main issues are poaching, illegal ivory trade and conservation. Protecting habitat especially in the countries that high elephant population, use of elephants in industry and poaching are active such as Myanmar. Education and awareness are important.

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-40323201

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-40899987

http://www.eleaid.com/country-profiles/elephants-burma/