Rainforest Trust

Rainforest Trust is pleased to announce that we have endorsed the UN Environment Programme Core Human Rights Principles for Private Conservation Organizations and Funders.⁠ ⁠ Rainforest Trust’s endorsement of these principles reflects our agreement with the principles and commitment to active implementation, constructive dialogue, and participation in the growing community of practice supporting these efforts.⁠ ⁠ Read the full statement here: https://bit.ly/3CZJHPR

With the privilege of actively engaging with local communities, we reaffirm that true conservation can only be achieved in partnership with and for their benefit. While we recognize that we cannot do everything, we remain committed to making meaningful daily contributions to support the essential needs of forest-adjacent populations. As part of efforts to protect the newly established Beampingaratsy protected area, Nitidae, our local partner, is providing 15 fiberglass canoes to facilitate river transport across the three affected municipalities. This initiative not only enhances the living conditions of local communities but also significantly eases the pressures exerted on the forest. This is made possible thanks to the generous support of our incredible supporters in advancing Rainforest Trust’s mission in Madagascar. #MEDD #RainforestTrust #Nitidae #DREDDAnosy

Rainforest Trust and Fundación Ecominga are honoring the memory of Mark Gruin, former Rainforest Trust Vice President of Strategic Initiatives, by naming a newly identified orchid species in Ecuador. This orchid symbolizes Mark’s lifelong commitment to conservation and his advocacy for empowering local organizations in the protection of biodiversity. Mark passed away in 2022, but his legacy lives on in the landscapes he helped protect and the budding conservationists he mentored. The orchid named in his honor serves as a lasting tribute to his work and a reminder of his dedication to preserving nature’s wonders.

What an incredible week at the CBD COP 16 United Nations Biodiversity Conference in Cali, Colombia. Such an amazing opportunity to learn from conservation leaders around the world and meet so many of Rainforest Trust's grantees in person. Feeling grateful to be part of this team that worked so hard to help bring our partner's voices to this space. 

¡Mujeres por la biodiversidad! 🤝🙋♀️ 📌 En el marco de la hashtag#COP16, en el pabellón Perú, Yunkawasi y la Red de Mujeres en Conservación de Latinoamérica y el Caribe organizaron el evento "Retos y desafíos de las mujeres en la biodiversidad" 💪🌿 👉 Nos acompañaron mujeres de diferentes países que lideran iniciativas de conservación desde el sector privado y civil, desde enfoques de sostenibilidad, juventudes y participación comunitaria 🐒 🙍♀️ En conjunto, generamos un espacio de reflexión que resaltó la necesidad de reflejar el enfoque de género en las metas e indicadores de las Estrategias y Planes de Acción Nacionales de Diversidad Biológica 📑🧐 👉 Agradecemos los testimonios y perspectivas de todas las panelistas, en especial de María Huaringas, lidereza Quechua Wanka que promueve la conservación de su comunidad campesina Huánuco, en Junín, ubicada ámbito de la propuesta de ACR San Cristóbal de Pucutá - Menkori del Gobierno Regional Junín 💪 Rainforest Trust | JetSMART Airlines | Ministerio del Ambiente - Perú | Programa Nacional PAIS | Fundación Natura Bolivia | Grupo AJE | Red Peruana de Juventudes y Biodiversidad - GYBN PERÚ

Rainforest Trust wraps up week two at #COP16 in Colombia. #COP16Colombia #Biodiversity