Conservation Fusion

Educating to Build & Strengthen Our World

[Jacqueline Novogratz @jnovogratz]

In this season of renewal — of springtime, Passover, and Easter — I find myself looking both backward and forward. Every day brings a chance to renew. Every day, a chance to recommit to what and to whom we love.

This season carries special meaning for me. Twenty-five years ago this week, a small group of people embarked on the road less traveled. My fledgling organization dreamed of a different world and, with no roadmap, took a step toward a North Star of dignity — trusting that our steps, in time, especially as others joined us, would ultimately create the path. I am so grateful for everyone who took that leap of faith, and then followed it with hard work and persistence.

I am meeting too many people today who fear that change isn't possible — that the problems we face are simply too big to try to solve. Too many feel small, forgetting the gigantic waves of possibility we can make together.

What they may be missing is this: once you commit and start on the path, road signs appear. Friendly travelers walk beside you. And yes, you will fall down. Doubts and tears are part of the deal. But don't give up.

If you hold fast to the dream, do the work, and find the courage to rise after each fall, you will be amazed at the places you'll go and the changes you'll make.

And this I can say from experience: the road less traveled is worth every step. So be like Spring: insist on renewal. The path is waiting for you.

[Jacqueline Novogratz @jnovogratz]

We live in a time in which we are taught to self-promote and to build "personal brands." And yet when you are in the presence of someone whose feet are grounded in the earth, who holds their heart and mind open, you can feel their presence. You can feel a connection to soul, to the collective. And we all have it within us to be the soul. For we are all part of it.

[Jacqueline Novogratz @jnovogratz]

The Climate Action 30 list is an astounding group of people doing innovative work to tackle our climate crisis -- and I am honored and humbled to be named among them. Thank you to @thisisinsider for this honor. #ClimateEmergency #ClimateWeekNYC #climateaction

[Jacqueline Novogratz @jnovogratz]

If we want a green future, we must build green economies.

@theGCF @EnergyAlliance @PowerAfricaUS @ShinhanBankENG

[Lemur Conservation Network @LemurNetwork]

Through December 31, Conservation Allies is matching donations up to $7,500 each for 14 conservation organizations in Madagascar! That's >$100,000!

Lemurs can't afford for us to leave all this cash on the table. Learn how you can help:
https://t.co/gQwAWEz49L

📷 @mathias_appel

[Nature @PBSNature]

Screaming crying throwing up at these baby platypuses tumbling into water. 😭 #NaturePBS

[Jacqueline Novogratz @jnovogratz]

It was an honor to speak on the planet. Thank you @theGCF for our partnership! @Acumen

[Jacqueline Novogratz @jnovogratz]

Important piece by @nytdavidbrooks on how elites build systems that serve themselves, even if unconsciously. Reimagining systems requires starting by seeing ourselves as part of one another; that requires a moral foundation. This is an important challenge. https://t.co/siF4ygVnzS

[Jacqueline Novogratz @jnovogratz]

I enjoyed doing this podcast - and I'm inspired to listen to others who've been on it...

[Jacqueline Novogratz @jnovogratz]

The world needs us to dare, to try. When we wait for the perfect, we choose inaction. My life has taught me that the perfect exists within the imperfect. Don’t be afraid of getting a little bit bruised. If you dare to try, you just might be the one who succeeds in the doing.

[Madagascar Biodiversity Partnership @MBPartnership]

There's still time to donate and have your donation matched: https://t.co/z0HJEaYbAp

[Madagascar Biodiversity Partnership @MBPartnership]

There's still time to make a donation for the year! All donations are matched until 31 December!

[Madagascar Biodiversity Partnership @MBPartnership]

Happy #WorldHoneyBeeDay 🐝We have apiarists in Kianjavato! They know that the plants local to the area are crucial for the survival of their bees. While the cyclones earlier this year impacted their hives, they hope to come back stronger next year. #Madagascar #Reforestation

[Madagascar Biodiversity Partnership @MBPartnership]

Congrats to DOCTOR Ando Rakotonanahary! She successfully defended her PhD on the greater bamboo lemur. For her field work, she (alongside 2 guides) recorded habitat use, diet, and more. Results of their efforts will be shared in upcoming publications. #WomenInScience

[Madagascar Biodiversity Partnership @MBPartnership]

For International Day of #Forests we celebrate nursery managers Andre and Victor. For almost TWELVE years they've been to devoted to MBP's reforestation projects. They spent part of their day dedicated to the growth of native species in their nurseries.

TY @arborday #planttrees

[Conservation Fusion @ConservFusion]

Next stop…Paris! Then onto the beloved biodiversity hotspot…Madagascar! 🇲🇬🥰🥳👏🏼 @ MSP Airport https://t.co/TRkpxTCDKM

[Conservation Fusion @ConservFusion]

Almost all packed up. Still loads more computer work to be ✅…but, I know it will wait for me!🤪 Tomorrow- I begin the two day journey!🥳🇲🇬👏🏼Madagascar- here I come! @ Conservation Fusion https://t.co/SqsrLtPfWS

[Conservation Fusion @ConservFusion]

Our team is busy at headquarters- packing our favorite books to share with our scholarship students and during conservation camps!

#bookstagram #education #read #awholenewworld #storytime @ Conservation Fusion https://t.co/Q1gpyJjX9k

[Conservation Fusion @ConservFusion]

Two amazing original fabric patterns from @wendybarnesdesign ! Stay tuned for the launch of a NEW lemur species- March 29th!!! Save the Date! 🥳🎉👏🏼🍀💕 @ Conservation Fusion https://t.co/1Bc2WJob8I