We have some incredible news! Our conservation partners, Sustainable Ceder, have been shortlisted for funding from the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA)! This is an amazing opportunity to secure critical funding for their work in protecting and restoring the iconic but critically endangered Clanwilliam Ceder. But they need your vote to make it happen!
Why Your Vote Matters
Sustainable Ceder is working tirelessly to protect one of South Africa’s most threatened tree species and its fragile ecosystem. This EOCA funding will enable them to:
Restore cedar forests – Reviving the critically endangered Clanwilliam Ceder and ensuring a future for this unique species.
Support local communities – Conservation efforts will be integrated with sustainable livelihood opportunities for the people who call this landscape home.
Safeguard biodiversity – Protecting a unique ecosystem that supports countless plant and animal species found nowhere else on Earth.
How to Vote
It’s quick and easy, and every vote counts! Here’s how:
✅ Visit https://www.eocaconservation.org/vote/ ✅ Create a username and enter your email ✅ Check your email for a verification code and enter it ✅ Vote in all three categories – You must vote in all three categories (Forests, Mountains, and Wild Places) to complete the process. Be sure to select Reviving the Critically Endangered Clanwilliam Ceder in the Forests category!
Voting Period
📅 March 31st – April 14th, 2025
Your vote is a powerful action for conservation! By supporting Sustainable Ceder, you’re helping protect an irreplaceable part of South Africa’s natural heritage.
Spread the Word!
Please share this with your friends, family, and networks! The more people we reach, the greater the chance we have of securing this vital funding.
Thank you for standing with us to protect wild spaces and the species that call them home.
Click here to vote now: https://www.eocaconservation.org/vote/
