What we are doing
Many of ARI’s projects involve the community. Land holders, naturalists and fishers have all played part in the work we do, from participating in surveys and monitoring, sharing local observations and experience, or contributing to large scale habitat restoration.
Over the years, ARI has led and supported numerous citizen science projects, helping collect valuable data that can complement our own research. Our research has also explored the connection people have with nature and identified key actions people can do to support the environment around them.
Our collaborative approach supports local leadership in conservation and recognises the connection people have with their local environment and their valuable role in caring for nature.
People and nature
The challenges that both people and nature face are intertwined. We depend on a healthy environment for our own wellbeing, and the environment depends on us as stewards to care for it. Involving communities in biodiversity conservation has multiple positive benefits for both people and the environment. These include sharing knowledge, learning new skills, collecting valuable ecological data, and contributing to meaningful on-ground management actions.
Page last updated: 28/03/25