Cubs Club Newsletter May Special Days 2024
22 May 2024
International Day of Biological Diversity
The International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated on 22 May every year.
The month of May is considered Biodiversity Month and to celebrate International Day for Biological Diversity, which was established in 2000 by the United Nations General Assembly. It is observed annually on May 22, a day that commemorates the adoption of the Convention on Biological Diversity in 1992.
International Day for Biological Diversity is celebrated to raise awareness about biological diversity and the issues surrounding it. This day aims to highlight effective strategies that can help protect biodiversity.
This year, CapeNature will be part of a competition that is open to learners who want to make a difference. We are looking for solutions to the threats facing our unique biodiversity. Enter as an individual or a pair and win incredible prizes. To find out more email learning@capenature.co.za.
5 June 2024
World Environment Day
World Environment Day is the biggest international day for the environment and falls on 5 June every year.
July 2024
Biodiversity Crime Awareness
In July, CapeNature hosts its biodiversity crime campaign in an attempt to educate the public on what can be done to protect our plants and animals from criminals
Biodiversity Crime involves the illegal collection, consumption, sale or exploitation of wild animals and plants. It destroys our natural resources, habitats and biodiversity; compromises our natural heritage and contributes to general criminal activity and all its negative social consequences.
If your community or school is interested in a programme about biodiversity crime, contact learning@capenature.co.za.
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International Day for Biological Diversity
Biodiversity means the variety of life on Earth, including all the plants, animals, insects, and other living things on the planet. Without these living things, the world would be a very different place. We need plants and animals to survive, and they need us to take care of them!
Protecting biodiversity is important for us all. What can you do today to help protect the plants and animals that live around us?
Individual Action Projects!
Here are some powerful ways you can take action to help protect our precious biodiversity and stand up against biodiversity crime! Simply send us a picture of your action, and we will assign your points to you as a true Wild Watcher helping to keep nature safe 🐾🌿
Group Action Projects
If you form part of a Cubs Club group, take on one or more of these action projects to help protect wildlife, care for habitats, and keep our natural spaces thriving 🐾💚