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Save & Rescue an Asian Elephant Today
Non-ethical tourism has made the slave elephant trade boom across Asia this along with Human Conflict with Elephants is a huge issue in Asia. Our team works closely with communities and projects that help create a sustainable solution to protecting these animals and giving them a new life
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Project Summary
Project Challenge
Project Solution
Impact
Reports
Project Summary
A gift to this project will go towards giving an Elephant in Asia a better life today. We are working with a number of carefully selected local communities to fight the illegal act of forcing an elephant to work in the tourism trade as well as working to conserve the elephants that are still in the wild by monitoring and funding areas where they are protected. Many Elephants are forced to work in cities by owners to bring in an income and this project aims to change this to a new strategy to promote ethical and responsible tourism in Asia.
Project Challenge
Street begging and working in tourist camps significantly reduces the life expectancy of these endangered species. It diminishes their high cultural importance and places them in inhumane living conditions. Other threats include habitat loss and fragmentation with many elephants still in the wild being forced out of protected areas We cannot just put elephants into protected areas, therefore need new strategies and research to help these elephants remain safe and continue to populate
Project Solution
Our project works across Asia and actively rescues Elephants and rehabilitates them in a protected forest, whilst providing protection and monitoring to ensure they remain safe. We are working with conservationists and local community members to research alternative strategies for elephant conservation, this way our work can be sustainable as the greater community gets involved and becomes educated on the topic.
Impact
With more than 70% of the elephant population, in Thailand alone, being found outside of protected areas our goal is to provide safe and monitored habitats for these elephants to thrive. By doing this we hope to increase the population as well as rescue and rehabilitate the ones that are in critical and inhumane living conditions. These creatures have high cultural importance, therefore we hope by creating awareness we can encourage sustainable tourism that respects the animals.
Reports
Project Report | Jul 16, 2024
Protecting Rhinos from Extinction
By Lloyd | Project Volunteer
In the vast African wilderness, where ancient rhythms echo through savannas and thickets, a desperate battle unfolds—one that pits life against greed. Rhinos, majestic and resilient, face an existential threat. The black rhino teeters on the brink of extinction, while the white rhino grapples with vulnerability. Their horns, coveted by some as a mythical cure-all, drive a ruthless illegal trade. It’s time to rally—to protect these magnificent creatures before it’s too late.
The Plight of Rhinos
Critical Endangerment: The black rhino (Diceros bicornis) clings to survival. Its numbers have dwindled, and its future hangs in the balance.
Threatened White Rhinos: The white rhino (Ceratotherium simum) faces similar challenges. Poaching and habitat loss threaten its existence.
The Myth of Rhino Horns: Despite no scientific evidence, a belief persists that rhino horns possess magical healing properties. This myth fuels demand.
The Brutal Trade
High Stakes: Rhino horns fetch astronomical prices on the illegal market. Their value rivals gold or diamonds.
Poachers’ Ruthlessness: Armed with guns and greed, poachers stop at nothing. They kill hundreds of rhinos annually, leaving carcasses behind.
Market Demand: Asia, particularly Vietnam and China, drives the demand. Rhino horns are carved into ornaments or ground into powder for traditional medicine.
Call to action:
We must bolster protection. Rangers, technology, and community involvement are essential. Education and Awareness: Dispelling myths about rhino horns is crucial. Public campaigns can change perceptions. Legal Measures: Stricter penalties for poaching and trafficking are necessary. International cooperation is vital. Habitat Conservation: Preserving natural habitats ensures rhinos thrive. National parks and reserves play a pivotal role.
Why It Matters
Ecological Balance: Rhinos shape ecosystems. Their grazing patterns influence plant diversity and soil health.
Cultural Heritage: Rhinos are part of Africa’s soul—a living heritage we must safeguard.
Our Responsibility: We inherit this planet. Our actions determine whether rhinos roam freely or vanish forever.
Conclusion
As the sun sets over the savanna, let us stand united. Rhino conservation isn’t a distant cause; it’s our shared duty. We must act NOW—to protect these ancient giants, to preserve their legacy, and to ensure that generations to come witness their majesty.
Remember, every horn saved is a heartbeat of hope.
A gift to this project will go towards giving an Elephant in Asia a better life today. We are working with a number of carefully selected local communities to fight the illegal act of forcing an elephant to work in the tourism trade as well as working to conserve the elephants that are still in the wild by monitoring and funding areas where they are protected. Many Elephants are forced to work in cities by owners to bring in an income and this project aims to change this to a new strategy to promote ethical and responsible tourism in Asia.
Street begging and working in tourist camps significantly reduces the life expectancy of these endangered species. It diminishes their high cultural importance and places them in inhumane living conditions. Other threats include habitat loss and fragmentation with many elephants still in the wild being forced out of protected areas We cannot just put elephants into protected areas, therefore need new strategies and research to help these elephants remain safe and continue to populate
Our project works across Asia and actively rescues Elephants and rehabilitates them in a protected forest, whilst providing protection and monitoring to ensure they remain safe. We are working with conservationists and local community members to research alternative strategies for elephant conservation, this way our work can be sustainable as the greater community gets involved and becomes educated on the topic.
With more than 70% of the elephant population, in Thailand alone, being found outside of protected areas our goal is to provide safe and monitored habitats for these elephants to thrive. By doing this we hope to increase the population as well as rescue and rehabilitate the ones that are in critical and inhumane living conditions. These creatures have high cultural importance, therefore we hope by creating awareness we can encourage sustainable tourism that respects the animals.
Project Report | Jul 16, 2024
Protecting Rhinos from Extinction
By Lloyd | Project Volunteer
In the vast African wilderness, where ancient rhythms echo through savannas and thickets, a desperate battle unfolds—one that pits life against greed. Rhinos, majestic and resilient, face an existential threat. The black rhino teeters on the brink of extinction, while the white rhino grapples with vulnerability. Their horns, coveted by some as a mythical cure-all, drive a ruthless illegal trade. It’s time to rally—to protect these magnificent creatures before it’s too late.
The Plight of Rhinos
Critical Endangerment: The black rhino (Diceros bicornis) clings to survival. Its numbers have dwindled, and its future hangs in the balance.
Threatened White Rhinos: The white rhino (Ceratotherium simum) faces similar challenges. Poaching and habitat loss threaten its existence.
The Myth of Rhino Horns: Despite no scientific evidence, a belief persists that rhino horns possess magical healing properties. This myth fuels demand.
The Brutal Trade
High Stakes: Rhino horns fetch astronomical prices on the illegal market. Their value rivals gold or diamonds.
Poachers’ Ruthlessness: Armed with guns and greed, poachers stop at nothing. They kill hundreds of rhinos annually, leaving carcasses behind.
Market Demand: Asia, particularly Vietnam and China, drives the demand. Rhino horns are carved into ornaments or ground into powder for traditional medicine.
Call to action:
We must bolster protection. Rangers, technology, and community involvement are essential. Education and Awareness: Dispelling myths about rhino horns is crucial. Public campaigns can change perceptions. Legal Measures: Stricter penalties for poaching and trafficking are necessary. International cooperation is vital. Habitat Conservation: Preserving natural habitats ensures rhinos thrive. National parks and reserves play a pivotal role.
Why It Matters
Ecological Balance: Rhinos shape ecosystems. Their grazing patterns influence plant diversity and soil health.
Cultural Heritage: Rhinos are part of Africa’s soul—a living heritage we must safeguard.
Our Responsibility: We inherit this planet. Our actions determine whether rhinos roam freely or vanish forever.
Conclusion
As the sun sets over the savanna, let us stand united. Rhino conservation isn’t a distant cause; it’s our shared duty. We must act NOW—to protect these ancient giants, to preserve their legacy, and to ensure that generations to come witness their majesty.
Remember, every horn saved is a heartbeat of hope.
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