Communities

Communities
‘Bringing Conservation Communities Together’ is a key part of the Twinning Project Work.
The Project visits community groups in both Uganda and the UK and is keen to talk to people about local people’s role in Conservation, Cultural exchange and Community Empowerment.
In Uganda the Twinning Project supports the work of the QENP’s Community Team and seeks to support those communities involved in eco-tourism initiatives, social enterprises and environmental improvements.
Much of the Project’s community engagement is focused upon women’s groups in particular supporting the craft / souvenir initiatives at Katunguru and also at Kikorongo and Katwe.
The Project is seeking funds to help convert an old Park building into a training centre so that local people can improve and develop their skills and start up an eco-tourism venture by offering lessons in making African Crafts to foreign tourists.
The Project is also keen to encourage tourist to use local guides and community trails.
If you would like to make a donation or perhaps you are visiting Uganda and would like to book a craft session or local guide
please contact the Project using
enquiries@queenelizabethparks.org

Uganda Crafts
The Twinning Project can bring Ugandan Crafts to your organisation’s meeting, school fete or other event.
If people would like any of the craft or art items they are invited to make a donation which is then taken back and given to the particular community that provided the item.
The money generated through this initiative is spent on local community improvements.