Welcome
Posted: 06/07/10
Welcome to the IgoMANGO trust new website. Here you will find information about the different projects that we are working with and ways of getting involved. There will be resources for organisations to download and advice for volunteers on how to get the most from their volunteering experience. Loads of stuff on wildlife and biodiversity and especially on how to conserve it through engaging with IgoMANGO. You will see projects in UK, across Europe and in Central America and with loads of different opportunities from practical involvement radio tracking or trapping to mapping, art work, media – so much so that there is bound to be something for you. We are very open and interested to hear from you so please contact us either by emailing one of the contacts or by blogging with Holly – the vinspired project Dog.
Thanks for having a look.
Wetter and Better!
Youngs Park, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon
Posted: 07/12/10
Igomango have successfully assisted Youngs Park in achieving a Big Lottery: Awards For All grant. This will provide a financial foundation for this exciting wetland habitat project.
It means we can guarantee consistent volunteer involvement in the management of this habitat for wetland wildlife through our dedicated support of volunteer groups of all ages and backgrounds.
This is a great opportunity to develop practical skills in conservation and experience the evolution of an important environmental project right form the start.
For information on how to get involved contact: Christine Carol or Bill Ryley.
IgoMANGO South Devon
Posted: 07/12/10
With vinvolved project funding due to end in March 2011 IgoMango is delighted to announce our continued involvement of a flagship project at Sharpham Estate, South Devon.
In partnership with Ambios and The Sharpham Trust, a comprehensive volunteering programme including a project focusing on biodiversity gain of the Sharpham Marshes, an environmental education and access project, and a practical estate management and monitoring programme will be developed through our support of volunteer effort.
In the New Year, Igomango will oversee volunteer placements for people of all levels of experience and will be looking to recruit soon, so watch this space!
For information on how to get involved contact: Christine Carol or Bill Ryley.
Full Time Volunteer Conservation Officer Placements 2011
Closing date for applications is December 14th 2010
igoMANGO and Ambios are now recruiting full time volunteers for an inspirational project based in South Devon. A 15 week Full Time training placement is available to 18-25 year olds beginning in early January.
We offer volunteers a comprehensive programme of environmental monitoring, practical habitat conservation and community education with accommodation, food, travel and training provided through Vinvolved project funding.
Placements are an ideal opportunity for young people to gain practical skills in environmental conservation and outdoor learning. Whether you’re hoping to build on previous education with practical experience or looking for a total career change the project is highly varied and we welcome your application. Candidates should be committed to a 15 week placement, outgoing and flexible within an evolving working environment.
This January there are four specific pathways on offer, each working closely with a local partner organisation. The majority of your time will be dedicated to assisting one of the following:
- Wildlife Conservation Placement
The Barn Owl Trust - Outdoor Education Placement
Sharpham Outdoors - Marine Science Placement
Ambios Ltd/Ambios Environmental Consultants - Conservation/Estate Management placement
Sharpham Trust
(For a detailed breakdown of the placements please see information sheets in application pack)
The rest of your time will be spent along side your co-volunteers to address local conservation needs through a wide variety of partnership projects:
- Habitat monitoring programmes focusing on protected species – dormice, bats, badgers, barn owls, river and marsh, woodland
- Community based environmental projects in disadvantaged areas across South Devon.
- Public learning events aiming to connect science with society
- Sustainable use demonstration – vegetable gardening, energy saving initiatives, site improvements etc.
Skills and Training Received:
- Work with children, youth and disadvantaged groups in outdoor education
- Wildlife Species Identification
- Partnership Networking – gain opportunities through local avenues
- Land management skills – pathway development, stepping, woodland management etc.
- CRB Check
- NVQ Level 2 (Part 2)
- John Muir Award
- Lantra Chainsaw Certificate
- Further Training module of your choice
For further information or an informal chat about this opportunity please contact Christine by email at christinecarol@igomango.com or telephone on 07813 754306.
Application Pack
Click here to download Volunteer information (Word Doc, 432KB) and an Application Form (Word Doc, 436KB).
This project has been funded by v – the youth volunteering charity – inspiring a million more young volunteers.
2020VISION: THE BIG NEW WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECT!
Posted: 18.10.10
We are delighted to announce our support of 2020VISION, Britain’s most ambitious photography-based conservation initiative ever! 20 of the country’s top wildlife and nature photographers have for the first time, come together with leading conservation partners to document the value of restoring Britain’s fragmented ecosystems and the life-support services they provide. From autumn onwards, this elite Phototeam will carry out 20 flagship assignments, which clearly demonstrate the link between a healthy, robust natural landscape and the well being of local people.
The phototeam will support 20 Young photography volunteers in a 20 month project that will culminated in a high profile exhibition of outstanding natural imagery.
Contact Stuart Brooking for further details.
Website: www.2020V.org
Plymouth University Volunteer Fair
Posted: 06/10/10
IgoMANGO presented a stand at the recent volunteer fair at Plymouth University. With fancy new display banners the event was a great success with over 100 young people registering their interest!
The Cork Initiative
Posted: 06/07/10
Matt and Anna are now in the throes of their study looking at how buying behaviour changes when all the facts are known (see the cork initiative page). They have collected their data with the help of loads of volunteers and they now have to look through their findings and see what it all means – can we change people’s buying behaviour and in turn help to save ancient Mediterranean forests and traditional livelihoods? Watch this space or keep up to date on their website – www.thecorkinitiative.org
