European Wolf Howl – Georgia. © Gareth Goldthorpe/FFI.
Searching for a signal – Tajikistan. © Gareth Goldthorpe/FFI.
In 2010/11, the Rufford Foundation provided a grant of £50,000 to Fauna & Flora International (FFI).
Established over a century ago, FFI was the world’s first international conservation organisation. FFI has always been a groundbreaker, renowned for its innovative, landmark programmes, many of which have come to be regarded as classic examples of conservation practice. FFI works with 300 project partners in 40 countries around the world on 125 different projects. All activities take place through local partners, just as their solutions always include the people working closest to the problem.
In 2010/11, The Rufford Foundation supported three projects.
Developing a National Conservation Training Programme in Tajikistan
Tajikistan is the poorest of the former Soviet republics. Since the break-up of the Soviet Union, reliance on natural resources has risen significantly. There are no conservation courses available in Tajikistan. Working closely with the University of Central Asia, FFI aims to deliver 12 national trainers competently teaching over 150 trained conservationists over a 3-year period.
Saving Georgia’s Carnivores
Georgia is home to more than twice the animal diversity found in adjacent regions of Europe and Asia. Overgrazing and habitat degradation have caused the virtual elimination of large carnivores, including leopards, wolves, bears, jackals and a vibrant array of birds of prey. FFI will reduce human-wildlife conflict, improve animal husbandry, anti-poaching strategies and techniques, and increase awareness of conservation through education.
Oryx - The International Journal of Conservation
Funding has helped support the Editorial Assistant on Oryx. This important journal disseminates current research, promotes best conservation practice around the world, and builds the capacity for research reporting in developing countries.
