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The amaMpondo people of South Africa's Wild Coast just saw their ancestral lands declared a UNESCO Ramsar wetland after generations of grassroots conservation. Their fight against titanium mining and unwanted development preserved a biodiversity haven now recognized globally.
Grassroots environmental groups across Great Britain just got three times more funding to restore wildlife and fight climate change in their neighborhoods. Thanks to a successful pilot year, the Green Community Grants Programme now supports 105 community projects in 2026, up from 35 in 2025.
A grassroots conservation group needs citizen scientists to monitor nesting boxes across Oregon's Willamette Valley, helping a threatened bird species recover. Bonus: Studies show birdwatching boosts mental health for up to eight hours.