Jamma International

What sets Jamma apart from other donors? At Jamma, we prioritise engaging directly with communities, understanding their unique needs, and building strong relationships. Here, Katie MacKenzie from Jamma speaks with Mr. Mpala, the Headman of a community in Hwange, one of the communities featured in our partner's Morally Contested Conservation research project WildCRU #CommunityFirst #ListeningAndLearning #JammaCollaborates #ConservationInAction

Celebrating Cape Leopard Trust's 2024 Impact Report We’re proud to partner with CLT as they tackle biodiversity challenges and achieve meaningful impact. This inspiring report highlights the power of collaboration for conservation. #conservation #southafrica #leopardconservation #biodiversity

The Christmas Edition of The Catalyst is here! ✨🎄 This festive issue is brimming with highlights from our partners, including: 🌐 IPNeSA’s strong presence at COP 16 CBD, amplifying Indigenous voices in biodiversity discussions. 🌱 CAMPFIRE Association and Resource Africa shaping the future of community-led conservation in Zimbabwe with workshops on governance and investment. 🚨 Plus, exciting announcements, award wins, and a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2025! Dive into all the updates, stories, and achievements in The Catalyst. Don’t miss it—read more now! https://buff.ly/3OP1ETV Cape Leopard Trust Zambian Rainbow Development Foundation (ZRDF) SULi - IUCN Sustainable Use and Livelihoods Specialist Group WildCRU IUCN SSC Human-Wildlife Conflict & Coexistence Specialist Group Conservation Visions #Conservation #CommunityImpact #Wellbeing #CBNRM #Africa

⚡ Excited to announce that IUCN SULi is part of a new Global Environment Facility Innovation Window project! 🎉 The project is focused on utilising big data to develop new indicators on wildlife use and trade. 🌍 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gU5WxxzC #GEFInnovation #Conservation #Innovation

🌍 Join Our Team - Head of International Partnerships and Policy (HIPP) Jamma is seeking a strategic, experienced leader to drive positive policy change and strengthen partnerships for conservation and community development in Southern Africa. 💼 Role: Head of International Partnerships and Policy (HIPP) 📍 Location: Washington, DC (or nearby), with international travel and periodic UK visits 🕒 Contract: Full-time, permanent Please read the Full Job Description below before applying for this position and contact us directly to receive the detailed Terms Of Reference (TOR) 🔗 How to Apply: Send the following documents to info@jammainternational.com by Tuesday, 31st December 2024: - Cover letter detailing your experience and suitability - CV - Contact information for three professional references #WashingtonDC #Policy #ConservationCareers #InternationalRelations #SustainableDevelopment

The Community Leaders Network (CLN) of Southern Africa recently engaged with the SADC Secretariat to explore a formal partnership. This meeting introduced CLN as the regional voice for Community-Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM) and sought pathways for collaboration with SADC, its Member States, and the Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources (FANR) Directorate. 🤝 Key Objectives: 1️⃣ Amplifying the role of local communities in conservation. 2️⃣ Strengthening partnerships to promote sustainable resource management. 3️⃣ Building a united voice for regional and global advocacy on conservation issues. Together, CLN and SADC aim to drive meaningful change by empowering communities, shaping equitable policies, and advancing shared goals for a thriving environment and empowered communities. #CBNRM #ConservationLeadership #SADC #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityEmpowerment #GlobalAdvocacy

For Jamma and the Indigenous Peoples Network of Southern Africa (IPNeSA), COP16 was a milestone moment. We were proud to support IPNeSA’s attendance, enabling them to host a side event showcasing Indigenous-led Community-Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM). IPNeSA also contributed to the International Indigenous Forum on Biodiversity (IIFB) statement, amplifying Southern African perspectives on sustainable use and equitable benefit-sharing. Our Key Takeaways from COP 16 CBD: 1️⃣ The establishment of a permanent global body to formally integrate Indigenous Peoples’ knowledge and practices into biodiversity policies was a landmark achievement. 2️⃣ Recognition of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs) as key partners in biodiversity conservation and sustainable use has grown stronger, with their contributions now central to meeting the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework goals. 3️⃣ A decision to allocate 20% of biodiversity funds from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) to IPLCs marks a significant step toward resource equity by 2030. What now? Jamma’s Lesle Jansen, shares: “While the progress made at COP 16 is historic, sustained participation is essential to truly empower Indigenous Peoples in biodiversity governance. We must invest in long-term capacity building, strengthen regional networks, and ensure meaningful representation of diverse voices, especially women and youth.” Our Recommendations: 🌱 Formalise partnerships to institutionalise advocacy for Indigenous rights. 🌱 Mobilise resources to support Indigenous-led conservation initiatives. 🌱 Amplify Indigenous voices in global platforms through capacity building and storytelling #COPCBD #IndigenousPeople #SustianableUse #Biodiversity

Exciting news! Our Beneath the Baobab podcast cameraman, Olly Pemberton, took the stage at the Kendal Mountain Events to discuss human-wildlife conflict and showcase some impactful moments from Season 2! 🌍🎥 Watch and listen to these captivating stories available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Play! #BeneathTheBaobab #HumanWildlifeConflict #KendalMountainFestival #FilmFestival #wildlifefilmmaking

👥 Community Voices on Wildlife Management at AWCF 2024 Jamma proudly supported the Community Leaders Network of Southern Africa (CLN) at this year’s African Wildlife Consultative Forum (AWCF) in Stellenbosch. Representing a large number of people across Southern Africa, CLN delivered a powerful message on the importance of community rights in wildlife management. 📢 Key Highlights from CLN’s Statement: ✔ Communities must be regarded as shareholders in wildlife resources, with guaranteed rights to income, decision-making, and sustainable economic benefits. ✔ Transparency and inclusion are critical—policies must prioritise equitable benefit-sharing and ensure communities have authority over wildlife management decisions. ✔ Direct funding to communities is essential for effective governance, conservation, and long-term sustainability. CLN also called for stronger partnerships with governments, the hunting and tourism industry, and supporting NGOs to secure community rights and foster sustainable conservation practices. 🌍 CLN’s participation at AWCF underscores the vital role of rural communities in biodiversity conservation and sustainable resource use. As CLN states: “We are taking back control of our resources and our future.” What role do you think communities should play in wildlife conservation? Share your thoughts below! #WildlifeManagement #SouthernAfrica #Sustainability

Congrats to Lessah Mandoloma, who has won Outstanding ED&I Champion in the MPLS division's ED&I awards in the student category! Lessah has been the driving force behind an impressive range of innovative activities to enhance inclusion in Biology and beyond, all alongside completing her DPhil. We caught up with Lessah to hear more about her experiences with Interdisciplinary Centre for Conservation Science, Africa Oxford Initiative, and beyond ⬇ https://bit.ly/48HUZ76