Promote conservation in 15 Caribbean islands!

Our Community Action Campaigns kicking off across the Caribbean have had wild success in building excitement for protecting nature and conserving valuable island resources.

Hitting the schools in Tobago is an adventurous, educational program that directly engages with youth to teach the importance of the tremendous goods and services critical ecosystems – such as coral reefs, wetlands and rainforests – provide. The campaign has reached 500 participants ranging from primary to tertiary-level students across Tobago. Through an unforgettable Experiential Learning Journey, students are led on an exploration of Buccoo Reef Marine Park, where they are able to see firsthand the amazing diversity and importance of species within wetland ecosystems. A ride on the Solo Amor glass-bottom boat gives students a true appreciation of the environmental and community benefits of mangrove ecosystems, while allowing them to witness the negative impacts human activities have inflicted. The glass-bottom boat provides an opportunity to explore corals, reef fishes and marine creatures of all kinds, all guided by questions that facilitate critical thinking.

“This trip today was a success, it was a great experience, it was innovative, in that I learnt much about the coral reefs and the threats that they are under. The experience has hanged my attitude. Now I will treat the reefs with a greater essence of value.” – Secondary school student, Tobago.

The campaign, which shows great potential for becoming self-sustaining, is making incredible progress in connecting youth with nature and conveying the importance of respecting and protecting one’s local environment. This success would not have been possible without the support of our partners and donors, including generous funding from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

We look forward to continued success and growth in all of our Community Action Campaigns in the Caribbean!