our
strategy
our vision
A healthy planet and an equitable world that values and sustains the diversity of all life.
our mission
The Endangered Wildlife Trust is dedicated to conserving threatened species and ecosystems in southern and East Africa to the benefit of all.
our strategy
The EWT achieves its mission by delivering on our three Strategic Imperatives:
These broad pillars of conservation impact are supported through six High-level Goals.
our high-level goals
Five of our High-level Goals speak directly to our conservation impact,
and the sixth goal considers our leadership role within the broader conservation sector.
GOAL 1
IMPROVED KNOWLEDGE OF SPECIES AND HABITATS AND THE THREATS THEY FACE
Knowledge is key when designing effective projects, making constructive decisions, and formulating effective laws and policies.
Indicator 1a.
Number of research outputs
Indicator 1b.
Number of datasets shared
GOAL 2
TARGETED INTERVENTIONS REDUCE THE THREATS TO SPECIES AND HABITATS
This goal covers our work toward reducing threats to species and habitats. It is measured through a direct reduction in a threat (Indicator 2a) or the implementation of a conservation strategy known to reduce threats (Indicator 2b). Direct improvements in the status of a species or habitat are captured under Goal 4
Indicator 2a.
The number of target populations and habitats where threats are reduced
Indicator 2b.
The number of proven interventions that reduce broad-scale threats to focal species or habitats
GOAL 3
FORMAL PROTECTION OF PRIORITY HABITATS
Protecting and conserving natural places is critical for combating the effects of biodiversity loss and climate change. We contribute to national and global targets for protected area expansion and other effective area-based conservation measures
Indicator 3a.
The number of hectares with landowner consent to proceed
Indicator 3b.
Area of priority habitat with improved formal protection
GOAL 4
CONSERVATION ACTIONS LEAD TO THRIVING SPECIES, RESILIENT HABITATS, AND IMPROVED HUMAN WELLBEING
This goal focuses on improving species’ conservation status and unlocking the benefits nature brings to people. This goal is measured through three indicators relating to the number of populations, habitats, or people who have benefitted from our actions
Indicator 4a.
Number of populations for which annual improvement goals are met
Indicator 4b.
Area of land with improved management
Indicator 4c.
Number of people whose wellbeing has improved
GOAL 5
INNOVATION THAT DRIVES MEANINGFUL CHANGE TO THE BENEFIT OF THE ENVIRONMENT, BUSINESS, AND PEOPLE
The EWT achieves Goal 5 when it drives the application of new processes, products, and services that allow us and the people and institutions we work with to deliver greater conservation impact with available resources
Indicator 5a.
Number of target groups that have implemented effective innovations
GOAL 6
THE EWT PROVIDES ITS STAFF WITH AN INCLUSIVE, NURTURING, AND STIMULATING ENVIRONMENT, UNDERPINNED BY EFFICIENT, EFFECTIVE, AND FORWARD-THINKING POLICIES THAT REINFORCE ITS CONSERVATION LEADERSHIP.
we work towards achieving our conservation goals through specialised, thematic programmes designed to maximise impact in the field and enhance skills and capacity development.
we have identified 11 cross-cutting approaches firmly embedded in eveything we do
Skills and capacity development
Partnerships and collaboration
Innovation and horizon scanning
Robust science and evidence
Supporting the legal framework
Population,
health, and environment
Social
development
Mainstreaming biodiversity
Advocacy
Africa range expansion
Sustainable
impact
Global Impact
The EWT’s work impacts conservation at a national and global level. Our achievements contribute to many conservation-related frameworks. Arguably, the EWT’s most important global impact is towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDG underpinning most of the EWT’s work is SDG 15 LIFE ON LAND – Protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, and halt biodiversity loss. However, our work promoting sustainable land management and supporting communities contributes to SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), and we contribute to SDG 4 (Quality Education) through our education and training programmes. We protect Strategic Water Resource Areas and facilitate improved ecosystem management to contribute to SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation). The EWT provides guidance to minimise the environmental impact of renewable energy developments – relevant to SDG 7 (Affordable and clean energy). Our Biodiversity Disclosure Project, Vulture Safe Zones, Livestock Guarding Dogs, and Badger-Friendly Honey Initiative promote SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). Lastly, several of our projects contribute towards SDG 13 (Climate Action), including Carbon trading, protected area expansion, catchment management, spring source protection, fodder production, renewable energy, improved land management, increased ecosystem resilience, improved livestock management, secured Strategic Water Source Areas.
For more information on how we contribute to the SDGs, please see our 2021/22 IR report
Measuring impact
We use the internationally recognised Conservation Standards to plan, implement, and monitor our conservation activities and adapt projects to meet our objectives. Watch this video to find out why this is important. By monitoring and reporting on our progress towards these goals, we demonstrate conservation impact and social benefit to our partners, stakeholders, funders, and the public. To see how we monitor and report on our progress, look at our latest Integrated Report.
Our Conservation Standards work is made possible through ongoing support and collaboration from the International Crane Foundation.
our values
EVERYTHING THE EWT DOES IS UNDERPINNED BY TEN CORE VALUES
To help us keep these core values top of mind, we use the acronym “RIVER”
respect
We believe in justice
and equality.
We are compassionate.
We respect all life and
each other.
impact
We are proactive,
tenacious, and we lead by example.
We protect wildlife.
value all life
We value nature as the
foundation of human wellbeing.
ethical
We are ethical
and accountable.
relationships
We recognise the value
of partnerships.
We develop
conservationists.