Coral Cay Conservation
Coray Cay Conservation - CCC is dedicated to providing resources to help sustain the livelihoods of local communities and alleviate poverty through the protection and restoration of tropical forests and coral reefs. They send teams of volunteers to scientifically survey some of the world’s most endangered coral reefs and tropical forests in Fiji, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea and Trinidad and Tobago. 
What is Coral Cay Conservation?CCC is an award-winning, non-profit organisation dedicated to providing resources to help sustain the livelihoods of local communities and alleviate poverty through the protection and restoration of tropical forests and coral reefs. CCC sends teams of volunteers to scientifically survey some of the world’s most endangered coral reefs and tropical forests. At present they have projects in Fiji, Philippines, Papua New Guinea and Trinidad and Tobago.
Why Volunteer?Volunteers play a crucial role in the conservation of threatened tropical environments through the collection of scientific data. Information collected in the field is compiled and analysed in order to formulate sustainable management recommendations.
CCC has so far helped to establish several marine reserves and wildlife sanctuaries. Data gathered by CCC volunteers formed an intrinsic part in the designation of the Belize Barrier Reef as a World Heritage Site in 1996 and also played a crucial role in the establishment of the Danjugan Island Marine reserve and Wildlife Sanctuary in the Philippines in February 2000.
What do all CCC expeditions provide?
an opportunity to contribute to 'front line' conservation projects that make a positive difference to reefs, forests and the people who depend on them - full training in survey techniques, expedition life and, if you need it, scuba diving. You don't need a science background.
- a chance to work with a team of like-minded volunteers from a range of backgrounds and ages.
- a choice of reef or forest projects in spectacular locations worldwide (and a chance to combine both in the Philippines).
- an opportunity to meet local communities and experience local cultures.
- flexibility in duration, and departure dates throughout the year.
- satisfaction in knowing that the data you gather on expedition feeds directly into the process of conservation management.
- reassurance in the knowledge that all expeditions have qualified medical staff and stringent safety procedures.
What qualifications and experiences are you likely to gain?Expertise in tropical ecology
You will gain a deep understanding and appreciation of tropical ecology and develop a range of practical skills in biodiversity assessment and conservation.
You will gain a deep understanding and appreciation of tropical ecology and develop a range of practical skills in biodiversity assessment and conservation.
Improved career prospects
You can gain work experience relevant to a degree or career. In a competitive job market, the CCC experience is one that is recognised by employers and recruiters as giving applicants that extra something, particularly at interviews.
Ideas for the rest of your life
A CCC Expedition can highlight what you really enjoy or suggest a new/alternative career path that you may wish to follow on your return home.
Independence and a broader outlook on life
A CCC expedition will allow you to experience different environments and cultures. You will return home a changed person - wiser, well travelled and highly skilled.
Life-long friendships
You will meet many people from differing cultures and backgrounds and share with them your own voyage of discovery.Some of these will become life-long friends.
Team-building skills
You will learn many skills required to live as a self-contained, self-sufficient team often in a remote tropical environment.
Who can Join?Anyone can be a CCC volunteer! CCC Volunteers come from a diverse range of ages, nationalities and backgrounds, but share some common goals – to do something positive for the environment, learn new skills, meet new people and explore new environments. CCC is currently seeking new volunteers to join their projects in the Philippines, Trinidad and Tobago and in Fiji. You don’t need a scientific background or dive qualifications, only enthusiasm and a dedication to conservation – CCC provides full training on site. Expeditions depart monthly throughout the year. The minimum stay is 4 weeks, and there is no maximum stay. You can join a CCC project in as little as 4 weeks before the project begins!
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Coral Cay Conservation (CCC)