Alentejo birds seek funds for school project

Portuguese society for the study of birds (SPEA) launched a campaign of crowdfunding to raise funds for the school project birds of Alentejo. The aim is to extend the program for environmental education to more students from schools of Alentejo.

The fundraising campaign runs until 20 May and intends to raise € 4,000 for the project can visit over 50 schools and pass the thousand children the importance of wild birds that live in the region. Those interested in supporting the project here.

"We want to convey that it is possible to reconcile the agriculture and rural development with the conservation of nature, preventing the extinction of species. These kids will be our ambassadors to sensitize parents, explaining to them the importance of conserving our natural values ", indicates Carlos, professor in charge of the project, a statement from the SPEA.

Currently, the project is developing actions in schools of the municipality of Évora, but the aim is to reach the entire district.

Photo: Rodrigo Sá/Creative Commons

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