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Agroecology in Madagascar: DLC-SAVA Conservation interventions for sustainable development

By James Hererra, Ph.D., DLC-SAVA Conservation program coordinator Farming practices around the world are changing to meet the needs of growing populations and adapting to climate change. The organic farming revolution has sparked a diverse subset of agricultural disciplines such as agroecology, regenerative and conservation agriculture, and permaculture. These practices seek to mimic and enhance natural processes to improve soil […]

Photo of DLC conservation coordinator Charlie Welch in Madagascar

VIDEO: Community Action and Forest Restoration in Madagascar

By Charlie Welch, DLC Conservation Coordinator Duke Lemur Center is a founding and managing member of the Madagascar Fauna and Flora Group (MFG). The MFG has been involved in Madagascar forest restoration for many years, first at Parc Ivoloina, then also at Betampona Reserve. The idea at Betampona has been to create a forest buffer […]

IMAGE GALLERY: World Wildlife Day

“The continued existence of wildlife and wilderness is critical to the quality of life of humans.” –Jim Fowler Today is World Wildlife Day, when we celebrate Earth’s wild creatures and envision a world where local communities are empowered to conserve through education. On March 3, 2020, people and organizations around the world — including the Duke […]

Duke undergrads and Malagasy colleagues wearing Duke t-shirts

Thank You, Duke Stores! Representing Duke in Madagascar

The DLC-SAVA Conservation program sends a huge THANK YOU to Duke University Stores for their generous donation of merchandise! Now that our research team in Madagascar has been outfitted with Duke swag, they can represent Duke University as they participate in the DLC’s community health and conservation projects. Being a part of Duke is a huge source of pride […]

2019 Stewardship Report — Read Online!

OUR LEGACY… AND THE IMPACT OF YOUR INVESTMENT: Have you seen the DLC’s new stewardship report? Not only is it chock full of images of our amazing lemurs, it demonstrates beautifully the huge impact that your support has on the DLC’s mission! The Duke Lemur Center relies upon donations from individuals like you, who personally […]

NEW ISSUE: 2019 Annual DLC Magazine — Read Online!

Extra, extra! Read all about it! The second annual DLC Magazine has been published, and it is GORGEOUS! Special features include: A 37-year photo retrospective: Nearing retirement, longtime DLC photographer David Haring picks all-time favorite photos from the past 37 years — and shares the stories behind the shots Attention Zoboomafoo and Wild Kratts fans: Martin […]

a colorful chameleon standing on a branch

Silent Auction Preview — Mission: Madagascar 2019

Want to preview the great items up for bid in our silent auction? CLICK HERE to view a sampling of silent auction items for this year’s Mission: Madagascar gala!

Three New Programs Launched: Advancing lemur care and management in Madagascar

By Vanessa Moss, Duke Research Communications Intern and Andrea Katz The launch of three brand-new training programs The DLC’s bond with Madagascar has grown even stronger this year with the launch of three training programs that promise to improve lemur care and welfare in both the lemurs’ native and adoptive homes. This spring, through our […]