We utilize a sustainable livelihoods approach to create a sustainable world by addressing various issues, including poverty
Support Scholarship for the Poorest of the Poor in Our Target Communities (school materials, fees, etc)
Supporting scholarships for the less privileged is an endeavor that aims to create pathways out of poverty by investing in education. The target communities are often characterized by systemic disadvantages, including limited access to quality education, inadequate resources, and societal barriers that perpetuate cycles of poverty.
Scholarship Kids from Local Communities around Korup National Park
To maximize our impact, our scholarship programs incorporate several key components including fostering social cohesion and addressing systemic inequalities.
Promote Green Initiatives
The promotion of green initiatives, such as bee farming, small-scale poultry, and the improvement of Non-Timber Forest Product (NTFP) value chains, can contribute to environmental conservation, economic empowerment, and community well-being.
Promote Farming as an Alternative Source of Sustainable Income Instead of Wildlife Hunting
Farming, particularly when practiced sustainably, offers a robust and multifaceted approach to generating income while also contributing to environmental health. Farming supports local economies through various channels. It creates jobs in production, processing, and distribution. It also generates revenue through the sale of crops, livestock, and value-added products.
Promoting Farming as an alternative.
Farming offers a more consistent and potentially larger economic impact. Hunting revenue is often tied to seasonal activities, whereas farming can provide year-round income. Sustainable farming practices can directly contribute to environmental conservation.
Donate Farming Equipment to Farmers and Schools
Donating farming equipment to farmers and schools offers a multitude of benefits, fostering sustainable food systems, supporting educational initiatives, and strengthening local economies.
Farming and Sanitation Material Donated to Schools
Support Community Infrastructural Development
Supporting community infrastructural development addresses the specific needs and context of each community. It involves a combination of infrastructure development, community involvement, policy and regulation, and financial support, all working together to improve the quality of life and promote sustainable development in remote villages.
Rope for River Crossing
Support to Victims of Wildlife Attacks and Seek Participatory Solutions to Wildlife
Wildlife attacks, particularly by elephants, pose significant challenges to communities living near their habitats. These attacks result in crop damage, property destruction, and tragically, human fatalities and injuries. The economic and social consequences are substantial, leading to food insecurity, loss of livelihoods, and increased conflict between humans and wildlife.
Providing support to victims of wildlife attacks is a crucial first step.
Financial Donations to Family of Late Mr. Nicobo who was attacked and killed by Elephant
Alternative Livelihoods Skills Development and Long Term Engagement of Especially Hunters and Women
Alternative livelihood programs offer a powerful approach to empowering communities and promoting conservation.
Women from Local Communities around Korup National Park train in handicraft (beads making)
Empowering Future Stewards - CHICS Cultivates Sustainable Futures Through Poultry Farming:
The Chimpanzee Conservation Scholarship (CHICS) program and its poultry farming initiative, focusing on sustainable education and livelihood.
A New Chapter in Community-Based Wildlife Monitoring in Korup National Park:
KRCS renewed its collaborative agreement with PSMNR-SWR to implement collaborative management and ecological activities around Korup National Park.
Empowering the Future: Joint Force for Sustainable Education
KRCS and Earth Charter join forces to provide sustainable education to underprivileged children in communities in and around Korup National Park.
Chimpanzee Conservation Scholarship:Progress Report September - December 2024
The Chimpanzee Conservation Scholarship Scheme provides full secondary school scholarship to less privileged kids from local communities around Korup National Park as an alternation to wildlife hunting for youths and households.
Thank you to our partners and donors for their generous support
Your Support Goes a Long Way
At Korup Rainforest Conservation Society we are working everyday to protect Cameroon's rich biodiversity and improve the livelihoods of the local populations in and around protected areas. By donating to us, you are making a difference and are giving hope to the people and wildlife around the globe.