- FRONTIER:
Frontier is a professional tropical natural-resource conservation, research and
development agency, and is international NGO with offices in the United Kingdom, Tanzania,
Vietnam and Mozambique. Frontier run volunteer-based projects in tropical countries which
are commissioned by local authorities and is the only organisation of its kind, that
enables people to build the skills needed to work in international wildlife development
and conservation. 62% of ex-volunteers end up working in conservation related fields and
95% of ex-staff now work in conservation. The fee is £2,450 for 10 weeks. or £3,500 for
6 months. Current Projects running are Coral Reefs of Madagascar, Rainforests of
Vietnam, and Forest, Reefs and Savannah of Tanzania. The expeditions go out, every
year, in the beginning of January, beginning of April, end of June and the beginning of
October. In the words of Frontier: 'If you are tough, tolerant and resourceful, if
you can work in a team and survive situations both mentally and physically challenging, as
well as raise a contribution to expedition costs then you may have just what we are
looking for'. Address: 77 Leonard Street, London, EC2A 4QS, Tel: 0171 613 2422. Age
17+
- CORAL CAY CONSERVATION-
Coral Cay Conservation is a
not-for-profit organization, dedicated to providing resources to help sustain
livelihoods and alleviate poverty through the protection, restoration and
management of coral reefs and tropical forests. Since the establishment of CCC
in 1986, thousands of Volunteers (ranging from 16 to over 70 years of age) have
participated on CCC marine and terrestrial expeditions throughout Asia-Pacific
and the Caribbean. Volunteers play a crucial role in the conservation of
threatened tropical environments through the collection of scientific data,
which is then used to form sustainable management recommendations. To date, CCC
has helped establish several marine reserves and wildlife sanctuaries, including
the Belize Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site and Danjugan Island,
Philippines as a Marine Reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary. At present, CCC runs conservation
projects in Fiji and the Philippines. No previous experience is
required and full training (including scuba tuition where necessary) is provided
at each location. Contact Coral Cay for costs. 40-42 Osnaburgh Street, London,
NW1 3ND; email: info@coralcay.org;
www.coralcay.org.
- RALEIGH INTERNATIONAL
- A UK based charity which aims to develop young people through challenging and worthwhile
community and environmental projects on expeditions around the world. Raleigh
International has opportunities for people of all ages, nationalities and
backgrounds. Projects fall into three categories: community, environmental and
adventure. Community projects:- living and working alongside local people in some
of the most isolated rural locations. Tasks involved can range from building water
wells and hand pumps to constructing a new school or healthpost, but all are designed with
the guidance of the expedition country to be of long-term benefit to the local community. Environmental
projects:- Venturers have a chance to contribute to the conservation and study of some
of the world's most remarkable landscapes and habitats. This may involve improving the
facilities in internationally important national parks and nature reserves; constructing
rangers' posts and extending trail systems; or working alongside scientists conducting
research into all aspects of the natural environment. Adventure projects:-
Some expeditions include other projects specifically chosen to stretch Venturers both
physically and mentally. They can include trekking above the snowline in the southern
Andes or through pristine rainforests in Asia and kayaking down the wild coastline of
Chile. Research on Belize's Barrier Reef:- Raleigh has recently announced a
significant expansion of its research programme on Belize's barrier reef, following the
award of a major grant from the European Commission. The research programme now
includes much more detailed investigations into the effects of pollutants, especially
sediment, being discharged onto the reef due to changes in land use.
- GREENFORCE
EXPEDITIONS - Greenforce is invited by
the host country Government to undertake biodiversity projects in regions whose
environment is at risk. Greenforce needs volunteers to work with scientists and the host
country University on these projects. Full training is provided so no previous experience
is required. However living conditions in the field are basic so you must have enthusiasm
and a desire to provide a positive contribution to this vital conservation work.
Greenforce is committed to developing careers in conservation. Greenforce
aims to offer career opportunities to returning Volunteer Research Assistants. They
run projects in Africa, Amazon, South China Sea and the
South Pacific. Address:11-15 Betterton Stree, Covente Garden, London wch9bp
- GLOBAL VISION
- Global Vision International (GVI)
is a UK based organisation that sends over 500 Volunteers away every year on
conservation an community development projects. They have 20 programs in over 15
countries and some of their international partners and beneficiaries include
Rainforest Concern, The Endangered Wildlife Trust, UNESCO funded projects in
South Africa and Uganda and the South African National Parks Board. They are
always looking for skilled and unskilled Volunteers to join projects from 2
weeks to 2 years. Global Vision International GVI expeditions offer the
adventurous individual the chance to work as part of a structured team or as an
independent alongside host country organisations. With projects all over the
world you can join expeditions as diverse as Amazon Rainforest Expeditions in
South America, Wildlife Research Expeditions in Africa and Marine Conservation
Expeditions in Mexico. Many other opportunities also exist.
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