Grassroots Conservation and Sustainable Development in Madagascar

Global Vision International

This Global Vision project offers you the chance to live and travel in some of the most beautiful and remote parts of Madagascar, working hands-on with village communities, Malagasy biologists and an international team of group leaders. This programme focuses sensitively on local needs, human and otherwise, with diverse project work ranging from field studies on endangered species to digging wells and pits, to help protect local people from diseases such as cholera. Project work varies greatly depending on the time of year, programmes and schedules of coordinators. Projects for the next year include censuses of lemurs and birds in fragmented forest areas, conservation of loggerhead turtles, building wells, latrines, pharmacies and schools. The training takes place in Fort Dauphin and volunteers go on to work on a number of different projects in South East Madagascar, living conditions will be basic but comfortable. Volunteers should be prepared for physical work, uncomfortable journeys, and long walks to reach remote project sites! The work and lifestyle is challenging but incomparably rewarding, both as part of a team and part of an interface with the local community and colorful Malagasy culture.

Highlights
As well as visiting some of the most remote and beautiful areas on this stunning island, successful applicants will learn skills associated with conservation and rural development work as well as learning to speak basic Malagasy.