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Mbalmayo Forest Restoration Team
Meet the Team
We are a Senior Practicum team within the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability at UCLA working in collaboration with The National Forestry School, Mbalmayo, focusing on the restoration of degraded urban and peri-urban landscapes in Mbalmayo, Cameroon. Our focus is on using nature-based solutions to revive ecosystems at local and global levels, addressing climate change challenges. Our collaborative efforts aim to not only rejuvenate Mbalmayo's landscapes but also serve as a valuable resource for informing restoration programs, including those in California.
Who is The National Forestry School?
The National Forestry School Mbalmayo (NFS) utilizes its Teaching and Research Forest sites, NFS is actively engaged in the restoration, rehabilitation, and (re)connection of ecosystems along the urban-rural interface.The NFS is dedicated to advancing knowledge, bolstering capacities for coordinated urban planning, and promoting exchange and collaboration in the field of restorative nature-based solutions. They are committed to making impactful contributions to the sustainable development of urban and rural landscapes.
What is Our Role?
Restore 100 hectares of degraded urban and peri-urban landscapes by utilizing a mix of exotic and indigenous plant species. This involves identifying and mapping degraded sites, producing or acquiring 20,000 plants of both types, and then preparing the soil for transplantation. The seedlings will be either produced at the ENEF nursery or purchased. Additionally, there will be the procurement of seeds, treatments, and the sowing process in the nursery. Continuous monitoring and care will be provided until the seedlings reach transplant age. We will update forest management parameters in Cameroon, involving the establishment of 15 plots across three ENEF forests situated in different agro-ecological zones. This will include setting a baseline for metrics to facilitate ongoing tracking of progress. Through these comprehensive steps, we aim to contribute significantly to the restoration and sustainable management of our ecosystems.
How will your donations help?
Your generous donations will allow us to build capacities, facilitate learning and exchange, raise awareness, and generate new knowledge on restorative nature-based solutions for reforestation within the Congo Basin and beyond. With your support, we can make a lasting impact on environmental sustainability and contribute to the well-being of communities in the region and around the world.
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Thank You *8* Clap!
Every donation makes a difference! As a token of our appreciation for supporting the journey of our research team, we will send you a heartfelt UCLA *8* Clap of gratitude. Your contribution brings us one step closer to making a positive impact, and we are truly grateful for your support! (Fully Tax-Deductible)
$25
Personalized Social Media Post
In return for helping us achieve our goals for this project, you will receive a shout-out on our social media accounts thanking you for your donation and generous support of the cause. (Fully Tax-Deductible)
$50
Behind-the-Scenes Video
To thank you for your support, you will receive a behind-the-scenes video of us working on the project! This will include footage of our progress throughout the duration of the project, both at UCLA and in Cameroon. We hope this glimpse into our work shows you how important our project is and emphasizes our appreciation for your contribution. (Fully Tax-Deductible)
$100
Handwritten Thank You Card
To express our gratitude for your donation, our team will send you a heartfelt handwritten thank-you card for your support. (Fully Tax-Deductible)
$250
CBI Shirt
As a thank you, we will send you a Congo Basin Institute shirt! (Tax-Deductible Donation of $230)
$500
Credit in Final Presentation
On top of the aforementioned perks, we will proudly acknowledge you in our final research presentation as a crucial contributor to our success. Your support has played a vital role, and we want to recognize your meaningful impact on our project. (Tax-deductible donation of $480).
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Gift From Cameroon
In appreciation of your support, our team will express our gratitude by sending you a special gift from Cameroon, accompanied by a handwritten thank-you card. Thank you for being a valuable part of our mission! (Tax-deductible donation of $990)