About Us

Born as the environmental and social arm of the HBD group and funded by the entrepreneur Mark Shuttleworth, the Foundation is now independently managed and has a strategic plan focused on biodiversity conservation and the social and economic development of the communities of Príncipe Island.

Today, the Foundation has a team of nearly 50 employees, more than 90% local, who implement terrestrial and marine conservation projects in partnership with regional authorities and local communities. We are financially supported by more than 15 funders, and collaborate with a large network of regional, national and international partners that grows every day!

We work to conserve Príncipe Island with and for its people. See our strategic goals here.

Vision

A pristine Príncipe for the future benefit of all Príncipeans, in the heart of the world.

MIssion

To generate opportunities for economic and social development, inspiring current and future generations through - and for - biodiversity conservation.

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VALUES

We believe that empowerment, both internally and of civil society, is essential to achieving our mission;
We believe in the involvement of local communities in nature conservation, with support from the international community;
We believe in equal opportunities for all, without discrimination;
We believe in honesty and transparency in our relationships with our stakeholders.