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 prosperous, safe and healthy Principe for its biodiversity and communities.

MIssion

To conserve and protect the biodiversity of Príncipe Island, inspiring current and future generations, contributing to the socio-economic development of local communities.

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VALUES

We believe in the involvement of local communities in nature conservation, strengthened by the international community;
We believe that capacity building both internally and in civil society is essential to achieve its mission;
We believe in honesty and transparency in relations with its stakeholders;
We believe in equal opportunities for all, without discrimination.