Children in the Wilderness
Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
About
Founded in 2001, Children in the Wilderness is a non-governmental organisation based in Sandton, South Africa working on environment & climate, nature & wildlife conservation, education +2 more.
Children in the Wilderness is a non-profit organisation based in South Africa that educates rural children across Africa on conservation and sustainable community development. It works through Eco-Club programmes in rural schools, annual camps held at Wilderness and partner camps, leadership development for Eco-Mentors and Eco-Stars, and scholarships for children and students. Its aim is to build a generation of decision-makers who care for and protect Africa's wilderness areas. It is the youth empowerment arm of the Wilderness Trust and operates through independent country boards in several African countries.
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Eco-Club programme
Environment & Climate
Structured conservation and sustainability clubs run in rural schools in the communities where the organisation works.
Annual Camps
Environment & Climate
Four-day educational camps at Wilderness and partner camps for children selected from Eco-Clubs, combining lessons, games, practical sessions and wildlife activities.
Youth Environmental Stewardship Programme
Environment & Climate
Programme for Eco-Club children showing commitment, leadership potential and interest in conservation, as the next step in environmental education.
Scholarship Programme
Education
School and tertiary scholarships for programme children whose families cannot afford schooling, including students studying environmental or conservation courses.
Eco-Mentor Training
Environment & Climate
Training for neighbouring community members, local teachers and Wilderness staff to build environmental understanding and deliver school and village projects.
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Partnerships
Wilderness Trust, Wilderness Safaris
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