WHAT
WE DO
We apply systems thinking in our approach to conservation, ensuring we have a holistic understanding of all parts of the ecosystem before implementing our integrated solutions. We understand that to be truly be effective in protecting and conserving these wild spaces and the wildlife that inhabit them, we must be cognizant of the challenges the communities that surround them face and apply equal focus to solving these issues.
FOUR PILLARS:
We work proactively gather intelligence on emerging threats such as poaching and illegal trade to act before damage occurs and implement early-warning systems in collaboration with partners and local communities.
Our rangers work with the local communities to build resilience through education and finding suitable alternatives to harmful practices such a charcoaling.
We also Identify and work to secure wildlife corridors which are at risk of fragmentation.
We monitor and patrol protected areas and use intelligence that is both human and technology-driven to inform out approaches and identify priority areas.
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We protect key wildlife corridors that facilitate species movement and ensure genetic diversity.
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Through our collaboration efforts with enforcement agencies we work to shut down illegal activities and strengthen legal protections for threatened species.
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We also involve local communities in stewardship roles to enhance protection outcomes and promote shared responsibility.
Through our work we conserve wildlife corridors which support natural migration for many wildlife species and work with local leaders, and stakeholders to ensure endangered species and their habitats are conserved.
We promote collaborative conservation practices that integrate communities to lead conservation efforts through training, capacity building and providing economic opportunities.
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We also work with partners who monitor biodiversity trends in the area through long-term data collection and then implement adaptive management strategies.
We build community networks and partnerships that promote shared conservation goals and mutual learning and we use storytelling, education, and outreach to connect people to nature and inspire stewardship.
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Within our conservation community we foster cross-sector collaboration with government entities, other NGOs, and researchers to strengthen impact by sharing intelligence, data, and insights with to drive coordinated action and transparency.
Our vision is to facilitate the creation and maintenance of wildlife corridors that connect fragmented habitats across landscapes in the region.
OUR PROJECTS:
TECHNOLOGY.
This map shows the three CWF APU bases (red dots), three ZPWMA APU bases (black dots), a PDC APU (orange dot) and a Wilderness Safaris APU (blue dot). We plan to build another APU base in the North at Inyantue, a hotspot of illegal access and activity.
EARTH RANGER
EarthRanger is a product of Ai2, with a mission of building breakthrough AI to solve the world's biggest problems.
Developed in response to the Great Elephant Census, which revealed a stark decline in elephant population across the African Savanna due to poaching activity.
The dedicated conservation and technology team at EarthRanger worked with government officials, park managers, rangers and other NGO field personnel to deliver a tool that would meet their needs in protecting wildlife and advancing conservation knowledge.
SMART TOOL
CWF Rangers are experienced in using SMART software while out on patrol.
On handheld devices they record matters of interest (e.g. snares, carcasses, firearms discovered) which are saved with a GPS stamp. Once back at camp, this information is then downloaded onto a computer to add to a database. SMART also tracks the routes taken by the APUs.
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The data is then analysed and integrated into our patrol plans and operations by the Field Operations Manager to ensure our patrols are as effective and efficient as possible.
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Regular training to keep the rangers up to date with SMART is kindly facilitated by Panthera.
FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT
Our fire fighting equipment is a critical tool for us in the work we do to protect and conserve the state forests and private ranches along the eastern border of Hwange National Park.
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