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Conference Tabling Help Needed for an International Wildlife Organization
ORGANIZATION: Bonobo Conservation Initiative
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2 people are interested
The Bonobo Conservation Initiative (BCI) is looking for volunteers to help us staff our exhibit table at the upcoming Bioneers Conference. The bonobos are a critically endangered ape - help protect them by helping BCI showcase our work at an upcoming conference! We need volunteers to work shifts at our table, helping to distribute materials and informing attendees about the fascinating world of bonobos and how BCI's mission seeks to protect them. Some help selling bonobo merchandise to support our nonprofit may also be needed. Information about the organization and an overview of BCI's work will be provided.
What: Bonobo Conservation Initiative table at the Bioneers Conference
Where: Marin Center, San Rafael, CA
When: Oct 20-22nd, 2017
Shifts: Flexible, 2 hour shifts or more preferred
Bonobo Conservation Initiative (BCI) is the only international organization solely dedicated to protecting bonobos, a highly endangered species of great ape. BCI's mission is to protect bonobos, preserve their tropical rainforest habitat, and empower local communities in the Congo Basin. By working with local Congolese people through cooperative conservation and community development programs, and by shaping national and international policy, BCI is establishing new protected areas and leading efforts to safeguard bonobos wherever they are found.
Bioneers is an innovative nonprofit educational organization that highlights breakthrough solutions for restoring people and planet. The National Bioneers Conference is Oct 20-22 in San Rafael, CA.
More opportunities with Bonobo Conservation Initiative
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Bonobo Conservation Initiative
Location:
1629 K Street NW, Suite 300, WASHINGTON, DC 20006, US
Mission Statement
The Bonobo Conservation Initiative (BCI) is a non-profit organization founded in 1998, dedicated to ensuring the survival of the bonobo ( Pan paniscus) and its tropical rainforest habitat in the Congo Basin. By working with indigenous Congolese people through cooperative conservation and community development programs, as well as on national and international policy, BCI is establishing new protected areas, improving communities, and leading efforts to safeguard bonobos wherever they are found.
Description
BCI has received international recognition for its innovative and progressive style and its considerable list of accomplishments, making it an ideal organization for prospective volunteers with an interest or focus in conservation and/or community development.
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10 Ave of the flagssan rafael, CA 94903
DATE POSTED
October 14, 2017
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Environmental Education
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