Developing the Next Generation of Conservationists
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| Organization | The Kasiisi Project |
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| Region | Uganda |
| Website | Website |
| ProjectLeader | Barbara Cozzens |
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With nearly half of Uganda's population under age 15, young people have a significant role to play in preserving Uganda's natural resources, both now and in the future. The Kasiisi Project informs and inspires a new generation of Ugandan conservationists by fostering a connection between education and conservation, and embedding programs in 16 forest-edge primary schools that promote academic excellence, good health and care for the environment.
Challenge
Kibale National Park, Uganda's largest protected forest, lies within one of Earth's 36 biodiversity hotspots. It supports the highest primate diversity and density in East Africa, including 2,000 endangered Eastern chimpanzees. Though protected as a national park, Kibale's wildlife and habitats are threatened by a rapidly growing human population and high levels of poverty, which intensifies demand for fuel, land and meat, and puts people and wildlife in frequent conflict.
Long-Term Impact
Long-term conservation is dependent on a well-educated population with good environmental knowledge. We envision a new generation of committed rural conservationists, protecting the forest and bringing sound environmental practices into their homes. By linking our programs to research, school curricula and community needs, we can change attitudes and behavior in ways that have powerful, practical conservation benefits.
References
- http://www.kasiisiproject.org/what-we-do/environmental-education/
- https://www.facebook.com/KasiisiProject/
- https://www.instagram.com/thekasiisiproject/
- https://twitter.com/KFSP_Uganda
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