Marine Conservation Volunteering in Madagascar

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The Madagascar project is spread between a terrestrial site in the Mahamavo forest and the marine site in Nosy Be, both in the northern part of this incredibly biodiverse country. The terrestrial projects focus on biodiversity assessment for a number of species: herpetofauna, chameleons and frogs, crocodiles through boat surveys, lemurs, and bird species. The marine site uses a stereo-video survey technique to look at general reef health, although, like all Opwall marine sites, volunteers can also learn to dive there. Operation Wallacea is a research and environmental organization working alongside university and college academics to build long-term data sets to put toward various conservation management goals. We recruit volunteers to help out with the data collection, training them in the skills and background needed to help effectively. There's also the option to complete dissertations or senior theses at our sites.

Gain work experience and immerse yourself in a breathtaking environment during this internship abroad. You’ll be based on the beautiful island of Nosy Be, in northwest Madagascar. This tropical destination boasts long stretches of white-sand beaches and numerous endemic species found nowhere else in the world. Our internships in wildlife conservation and English teaching contribute toward two UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Goal 4 – Quality Education and Goal 15 – Life On Land. Placements last from 4 to 24 weeks and you can choose from the following internship types: Research - Ideal for participants seeking advanced experience in field research, or those in the process of completing a research paper or thesis Career - Ideal for participants looking to gain additional experience on meaningful initiatives while collaborating with our global partners Core - Ideal for participants who are less certain about their career path or aren’t ready to take on a research project on their own

CAYE is a registered youth charitable organization in Mzuzu, Malawi. Established in 2014, CAYE works in the Northern Region and parts of the Central Region to empower young people, women, and small-scale farmers to improve their livelihoods and contribute to national development. CAYE focuses on youth empowerment, agriculture, environment and climate change, health, and education. The organization supports smart agriculture and value chain development to increase food security, create jobs, and raise incomes. It also promotes climate change awareness, environmental protection, and sustainable natural resource management. In health, CAYE improves access to essential services and promotes safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). In education, the organization supports early childhood development and helps youth and women access quality learning and skills training opportunities. CAYE supports over 260 youth through training, mentorship, VSL, cooperative development, and community projects. Through partnerships with government departments, local organizations, and community groups, CAYE is building a productive youth population and a progressive community in Malawi.

The turtle conservation program in Nosy Komba involves seasonal monitoring of sea turtles nesting on the northern beaches of Madagascar. You’ll help identify and monitor key nesting sites, behavior, and population changes from November to March. During the off-nesting season, from April to October, you’ll assist in identifying areas of turtle activity and population size and re-establishing nesting beaches. You’ll conduct seagrass surveys, turtle watches, and beach cleans when tides allow. The research focuses on green and hawksbill sea turtles, with data also collected on olive ridley and loggerhead turtles if encountered. This information helps protect and manage turtle populations. We also engage the local community through education programs promoting turtle conservation. You will help create a new research database in a relatively unstudied area, searching for signs of turtle activity most days and nights. If turtles or eggs are found, you may handle them as part of data collection, ensuring minimal negative impact.