PROJECT RHINO - Rhinos Needs Your Vote
Submitted by: Sharlene Versfeld
Local Non-Profit Organisation Project Rhino has been shortlisted for international funding from the European Outdoor Conservation Association. At a time where many organisations have lost international funding, this opportunity, if successful, would cover some much- needed rhino protection. The organisation was selected as one of sixteen finalists from hundreds of applications. Through a process of public voting, winners will be selected.
Project Rhino is appealing to all supporters to vote for them on https://www.eocaconservation.org/vote/ - voting opened on 31 March and runs until to 14 April. There are 3 categories in which public are asked to vote – Project Rhino is in the second category.
“A vote for Project Rhino is a vote for the future of our rhinos. Winning the European Outdoor Conservation Association funding would be a lifeline for our conservation efforts, enabling us to intensify our fight against rhino poaching and protect these majestic creatures for generations to come," said Carlien Roodt, Director of Project Rhino.
Project Rhino Alliance NPC protects and preserves the white and black rhino populations of KwaZulu-Natal, recognizing that their survival is inextricably linked to the broader conservation of all wildlife. The organisation aims to create a safe haven for rhinos and other endangered species, ensuring the long-term health and prosperity of the planet's precious wildlife heritage.
Project Rhino protects the second-largest population of white and black rhinoceros in the world. Their footprint in KwaZulu Natal spans 28 game reserves and approximately 800,000 hectares. Since 2008, over 10,000 rhinos have been killed for their horns, supplying Asian market demand.
Funding would contribute to ongoing work, including coordinated anti-poaching interventions such as aerial surveillance and rapid response, K9 antipoaching dog and handler patrols, and removal of snares. In addition, the Alliance will engage community elders to teach and to learn from their wisdom, and deliver conservation education for youth and children to promote the value of wildlife conservation and address real world challenges faced by communities.
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- Company: Project Rhino
- Contact #: 0833263235
- Website
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- Agency/PR Company: Versfeld & Associates
- Contact person: Sharlene Versfeld
- Contact #: 0833263235
- Website
Communications and Marketing consultancy working mostly in creative industry including film, arts, culture, as well as conservation and environment.
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