Newsletter: Summer 2024 News & Views
Our summer newsletter includes our most recent grants and project updates. Read on to learn more…
We are deeply grateful to all who have generously supported these efforts!
You can see all our supported projects HERE and scroll down for our latest grants.
May your summer days be filled with sunshine, relaxation, and moments that make you smile. Enjoy every bit of this vibrant season! ☀️ 🏖️
LATEST GRANTS NEWS 💰
We’re excited to support these exceptional projects in the summer of 2024, with a total of 1,786,000 TL in grants awarded across four initiatives.
Fire and Climate Resistant Islands Project by Eastern Mediterranean Research Association
This project will assess the effects of the global climate crisis, particularly drought, on the plant and vegetation ecosystems of Gökçeada and Bozcaada. It will identify plant species, assess their fire and climate change resistance, and develop ecological restoration recommendations for post-fire recovery.
This work will support key stakeholders such as NGOs, advocates, lawyers and decision-makers to build a legal case for protecting marine and coastal areas through training events, including three meetings in Balıkesir, İzmir, and Muğla.
A Generation for Nature Conservation in Muğla Project by Aquatic Life Association
This project comprises for conservation and wildlife monitoring training to 700 children and their families. The program will involve hands-on fieldwork, during which participants will visit areas rich in wildlife, examine animal tracks, and install camera traps for observation.
Our grantee will develop a Conservation and Restoration Action Plan for the Saros Bay Special Environment Protection Area and its surrounding seascapes. The plan will identify goals, objectives, and indicators for conservation and restoration, assess ecosystem viability, ascertain threats, and design implementation strategies.
PROJECT UPDATE: 🌍 Plastic-Free Shores, Plastic-Free Water 🌊♻️
One of our earlier projects, Plastic Pollution Awareness Raising in Antalya by Ecological Research Association (EKAD), was selected to receive funding from Conservation Collective’s partnership with Depeche Mode and Hublot. This generous support allows us to scale up our crucial work combating plastic pollution.
Here’s a summary of our recent achievements 🌊🌟
EKAD has hosted two major events, engaging over 1,160 individuals and 29 businesses in vital discussions about reducing plastic waste. Our efforts led to the collection of 50.76 kg of plastic and 66 litres of cigarette ends, directly addressing the pollution in our seas and on our beaches.
Our message about plastic-free beaches has reached new heights, thanks to extensive media coverage with over 20 news articles and reports across major Turkish media outlets, ensuring widespread awareness and engagement.
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to make strides in our mission for a plastic-free future!
