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Who We Are
Project Biodiversity is a Cabo Verdean organisation committed to conserving and restoring the island’s unique ecosystems.
Based on the island of Sal, the project implements a variety of environmental programmes that achieve ambitious conservation goals and support sustainable economic growth for the community.
Our Vision: A world in which humans and nature can thrive together; where communities practice sustainable use and management of natural resources, and are committed to protecting them - ultimately giving back in return.
Our mission: to implement conservation programs that promote a sustainable growth model, protecting Cape Verde's natural ecosystems and paving the way for a more vibrant community - one that is both environmentally conscious and economically strong.
Meet the Team
Kirsten Fairweather
Scientific Coordinator,
Marine Turtle Protection Programme
Carolino
Fernandes
Field Technician, Seabird Programme
Marcos
Hernandez
Programme Manager
João Lima
Field Technician,
CEPF Programme
Rosineida
Lima
Coordinator,
Education and Outreach Programme
Anice Lopes
Staff Coordinator,
Marine Turtle Protection Programme
Berta Renom
Executive Director
Albert Taxonera
Co-Director
Artur Lopes
Logistics Coordinator,
Marine Turtle Protection Programme
Field Technician, Seabird Programme
Nelson Lopes
Coordinator, Community Development
Débora
Newlands
Volunteer Coordinator
Shannon
Sutherland
Manager,
Communications and Marketing
Vânia Tavares
Field Technician, CEPF Programme
Our Values
Environmental ethics: a commitment to the protection of nature for both the ecological and economic value it provides.
Commitment to Community: to engage and encourage people to develop a personal dedication to environmental protection as an individual choice.
Environmental Responsibility: a dedication to raising local and international awareness about the importance of conservation and environmental stewardship.
Ethical Volunteerism: to enhance solidarity through service, and to promote volunteering as a tool to raise awareness and inspire cultural exchange among both local and international communities.
Economic Opportunity: to support and build community capacity to realize the health, economic, and personal benefits of environmental protection.
Sustainability: To instill responsible decision-making that will secure an enduring balance between ecological resilience and economic prosperity.
