Tanzania is one of the countries privileged to have access to sea that gives it an advantage to enjoy coastal areas. However the coastal environment has been facing a number of challenges, one being deforestation. Zanzibar environmental volunteers is a local-based organization which is committed to protect and restore mangrove forest in the Isles. Mangrove trees that are expected to stretch along coastlines are important as animal habitats and natural seawalls. However, despite this reality Mangrove Forests are among the most threatened habitats in various countries. These trees may be disappearing more quickly than other inland forests than expected. Experts are informing us that, the outcome of disappearing mangroves will result in fisheries declines, Threats to migratory bird species, degradation of clean water supplies, Erosion and land subsidence. Sea forest: This project is an initiative that aims to contribute to conservation of coastal environment to ensure sustainability of Islands.
İş Tanımı
Volunteers will assist/engage in the following outlined activities:
- Collecting seedling and replanting of mangroves in the open space across the ocean
- Clean ups by Collecting non composting material/garbage in the forest and sea show
- Educational tours to various community-based forest management in the Islas
- Educational awareness through various workshops and creative means like sports, arts, music and media presentations.
Konaklama ve Yemek
Accommodation will be at the community residential house. Expect to share rooms with other volunteers. Food will be provided at the project designated site.
Konum ve Serbest Zaman
The project will be hosted in Kibele community south of Stone town. The Island is small in size which makes all natural and cultural attraction sites to be close and easily accessible. Possibilities are: - Visiting museums, local markets, stone town, Jozan forest for wildlife tours, spice tour, safari blue with water sports, swimming and enjoying view of marine life, cultural and eco-tourism among many other options.
Notlar
This project is looking for a volunteer who is in love with Nature, interested in working outdoors, open minded and interested in other cultures and local realities.
Konuşulan Diller
English
En Yakın Terminal
The nearest bus/Ferry terminal is Zanzibar Sea Port.
