About Us
Overview
We are a dynamic network of students and professionals who have navigated the hurdles of breaking into the conservation field. Having faced limited access to training, mentorship, and funding first hand, we are turning those barriers into stepping stones. We are committed to building an inclusive, supportive, and well-resourced pathway for the next generation of African conservation ecologists.
Our Mission
To empower the next generation of African conservationists through mentorship, training, and hands-on research experience, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed to protect Africa’s biodiversity and lead innovative, data-driven conservation efforts.
Our Vision
To become a leading force in African conservation by cultivating a generation of skilled, empowered, and locally-rooted ecologists who are driving lasting solutions to biodiversity loss across the continent.
Our Programs
Chronic underfunding and a focus on theory over practice leave many African conservation students ill-prepared for the field. Graduates often struggle to find paid work, while Master’s and Doctorate students trapped by rigid timelines and a desperate search for grants are forced to prioritize administrative survival over quality research. This cycle creates a critical shortage of qualified local experts, leaving African wildlife protection dangerously dependent on foreign-led initiatives. We provide the practical training and mentorship needed to bridge this gap and empower homegrown conservation leadership.
Mentorship
We offer three distinct pathways designed to support conservationists at every stage of their journey. Whether you need a technical boost or long-term career guidance, our mentorship is mentee-driven and focused on local excellence.
Student training
We offer targeted, interactive workshops designed to bridge the gap between academic theory and career readiness. Our classroom-based modules focus on equipping students with the essential technical tools, professional skills, and networking opportunities needed to excel in the conservation sector.
Student research
Our mentors work alongside students to strengthen their research capabilities. We provide the technical support needed to ensure study designs, data collection, and analysis are both scientifically rigorous and ready for publication.
Community outreach
Our students work directly with local communities to develop evidence-based solutions for real-world challenges. By bridging the gap between research and action, we address critical issues like human-wildlife conflict with strategies that are both scientifically rigorous and socially sustainable.
Our Impact
300
Students Reached
12
Ongoing Projects
15
Projects Finished
10
Research Output
Our Approach
At the heart of our program is the principle of each one, teach one. We believe that the future of conservation lies in a collective effort, led by well-equipped local experts. By championing data-driven and sustainable strategies, we empower our network to lead the charge in protecting Africa’s natural heritage.
Online training
We offer expert-led virtual masterclasses on the latest research, tech, and best practices
School visits
Inspiring the next generation by bringing conservation education into classrooms.
Field & lab experiments
We provide hands-on training and mentorship to bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Science communication
We translate complex research into accessible stories and data-driven insights.
Where we work
At the moment we based in Kenya but global in spirit, our programs transcend borders. We are dedicated to meeting students wherever they are, ensuring that every aspiring ecologist has access to our community, regardless of their location.
Stories behind the science
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Why our “kindness” to wildlife can be dangerous
As an ecologist, some of my favorite landscapes are those that straddle multiple climates. At their boundaries, a blend ...