Knowing what is happening in the field is key to making informed decisions. One of the best tools to collect and analyze data in conservation projects is SMART. The tool helps to capture time-coded gps-markers with additional information. It also provides a strong set of analysis tools to help standardize and streamline data collection, analysis and reporting.
This week we were very happy to accommodate representatives of the partner organizations for the SMART Steering Committee at our Frankfurt Headquarters. Tune in to the quick recap provided by Elsabe van der Westhuizen. She is not only a dedicated SMART advocate, but also the FZS project lead for the Marromeu National Reserve in Mozambique.
More on SMART: https://smartconservationtools.org/en-us/
SMART is being developed by a conservation coalition, including WWF Wildlife Conservation Society Wildlife Protection Solutions ZSL Panthera Re:wild North Carolina Zoo and us.
🌿 Nsumbu National Park awarded IUCN Greenlist status – the first global standard for best practice of area-based conservation 🙌🏾 🌿
At COP16 in Cali, Columbia, Nsumbu National Park has been added to the International Union of Conservation of Nature’s Greenlist – a listing awarded to the most sustainable and efficient conservation efforts across the globe – becoming Zambia’s second park on the list.
This recognition is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the strong conservation partnership between FZS and DNPW working together to recover the ecosystem over the past seven years. The Greenlist process it's a reflection of what we should always strive for in our work, and we will continue to work to improve governance, management, and monitoring across the Nsumbu-Tanganyika landscape.
Nsumbu National Park was officially nominated as a Greenlisting candidate site by DNPW in October 2022. It has taken two years, working with IUCN site mentors, to ensure that the park meets the extensive Greenlisting criteria under the themes of Good Governance, Sound Design and Planning, Effective Management, and Successful Conservation Outcomes. Each of the 50 indicators is supported by documented evidence, followed by a site visit to verify the application—a thorough accreditation process anchored within the real situation on the ground.
This accomplishment wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our incredible team, partners, and stakeholders. A special thank you to the IUCN for guiding us through this journey.
As one of the global Greenlisted sites, Nsumbu National Park is in good company and looks forward to inspiring others and sharing our experiences to help strengthen conservation efforts across the globe.
https://iucngreenlist.org/sites/nsumbu-national-park/
📸: Justin Blake | @Icontribedesigns
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JRS Biodiversity Foundation | Departmen
🇺🇦 Gredel’s Palace restoration, Ukraine: Skolivski Beskydy National Park, FZS Ukraine, and cultural heritage experts are shaping Gredel’s Palace into a future hub for environmental education, community activities, and cultural preservation.
The renovation of the roof, marked by 55,000 traditional ceramic tiles, ensures the preservation of its historical character for future generations. Beyond its historical significance, the palace served as a temporary shelter for those fleeing the war in Ukraine.
As Gredel’s Palace transitions into a Pan-Carpathian center for nature conservation, research, and cultural exchange, its renovation highlights the crucial blend of heritage preservation and modern use.
To know more, visit: https://ukraine.fzs.org/ Франкфуртське зоологічне товариство в Україні // FZS Ukraine
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Biodiversity is disappearing at an alarming rate, faster than ever since the last ice age. We are living through Earth’s sixth mass extinction, with roughly one million species facing the threat of extinction. This devastating loss is largely due to our actions and the rise in global temperatures.
But there is hope. We can be part of the solution. At the Frankfurt Zoological Society, we are convinced of this. One crucial step is already clear: protecting large areas of wilderness. By doing so, we can make a decisive contribution to mitigating these crises. That’s our mission, and our teams are working tirelessly to make it a reality.
Join us in protecting the planet—our only home. To learn more, watch the video.🌱
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📍Zambia🇿🇲 :A healthy landscape results in stable livelihoods. Connecting the park to the socio-economic development of surrounding communities at the household level is essential for the enduring conservation of this vital wilderness area. With improved community buy-in, locals can sustain their livelihoods from the landscape itself. With the ‘Landscape Integration Unit’, NLCP ensures that everyone involved—locals, conservationists, and stakeholders—share a unified vision.
🌿 When communities thrive, so does nature. To know more, check out our video! #NorthLuangwa #TheRustyMokoro
#FrankfurtZoologicalSociety #MakingConservationCount #FZS #Conservation #SustainableLiving #CommunityCollaboration #SaveTheRhinos #ZambiaWildlife #EnvironmentalImpact #LocalCommunities#NLCP #BlackRhinoReintroduction
North Luangwa Conservation Project The Rusty Mokoro
