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Ambassador Adventures with Danny
Hi, I'm Danny and I'm 13 years old. I have been part of the Action for Conservation (AFC) Ambassador Programme since 2021, read about my journey here.
Women in Conservation
It has been almost 2 years since I became involved with Action for Conservation (AFC). In that time I have achieved so many things, read my blog to find out more!
Is everyone in the same boat?
Everyone is in the same storm but we are definitely not all in the same boat. Read this blog to learn more about how people feel the effects of things like pandemics or even climate change differently.
A week of work experience at the Bat Conservation Trust 🦇
In the summer of 2018, I completed a week of work experience at the Bat Conservation Trust’s London office. Here is my recollection of the experience.
Inclusion in Conservation
We need to talk about the systemic barriers that prevent our most vulnerable groups from leading a sustainable lifestyle.
🖊️ My Top 5 Tips for Applying to University!
Check out Yetunde’s Top 5 Tips for applying to University!
Our Summer Camp Experience
Check out what some of the campers from the North West Peak District Camp had to say about their experience.
Stumbling along my path
Meet Charlie and learn about her environmental career path and where her connection to nature truly began.
In conversation with Milky Chance
This blog is a recap of what Hannah and Philipp discussed during their Instagram Live chat.
Helping young people keep it wild in 2021!
The AFC team share why it’s important for young people to remain engaged in environmental action as we emerge from the lockdown and how programmes like WildED are helping young people drive a fairer, greener future.
A Sneak Peek inside the Penpont Project! 🌿
Action for Conservation’s Youth-Led Nature Restoration Initiative - ‘Penpont Project’ – is a finalist for Ecover’s Fertilise the Future Fund! The project has been selected as one of nine UK-based projects – and the only one in Wales, to secure the fund we need your support!
🦉 Top 3 Birding Tips 🦆
Meet AFC Ambassador, Vinnie, read his blog showcasing how you can help birds near you!
Ecology in Lockdown🦇🔎🦎
Meet AFC Volunteer, Catherine, she works as an ecologist based in Bristol. Like everyone this year, she has been affected by the lockdown in her work and home life. Unlike everyone else, UK wildlife still spent the spring and summer waking up from hibernation, building nests, and carrying on with their usual day to day routines. Discover more about ecology in this blog!
make a bee hotel in 5 easy steps! 🐝
This blog demonstrates one way to make a bee hotel but feel free to experiment with other designs.
Why is our obsession with fast fashion so destructive?
Discover what Youth Ambassador, Lily, has discovered when researching the issues and solutions with Fast Fashion.
How to make an up-cycled bag in 7 easy steps!
This blog will explain how you can take action to combat throw-away culture, it will show you how you can make something that’s really simple, really creative and that you can do your bit for conservation.
Young People Take Action During Lockdown!
This month AFC Ambassadors and WildWEB participants Riya, Nadia and Vinnie have been taking action at home! As part of AFC's brand new digital action programme WildWEB they've been learning all about the 'Secrets of Our Food' along with other young people from across the UK and the world.
Waste into wonder
Have you ever wondered where the soil underneath us actually comes from? And what exactly it is? The read this blog to find out more!
Makeshift Planters...how to grow food anywhere!
AFC Volunteer, Nick, gives a step-by-step guide on how to grow your own food!
Spring Camp in the South Downs
Meet AFC volunteer, Nick, in this blog he explore his experience supporting young people on the AFC Spring Camp 2019.