Madagascar - Lemur monitoring and Reforestation

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Call for 2023 Volunteers!

The Madagascar Biodiversity Partnership's (MBP) volunteer research program is an extraordinary opportunity for you to become a part of essential conservation efforts in Madagascar, become immersed in our ongoing research initiatives, and get first-hand experience in community-based reforestation efforts. Come stay at our field station, get your hands dirty, and learn what it takes to keep a conservation project alive.

During your tenure, you will participate in two important conservation efforts: habitat restoration and lemur monitoring. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage in projects that benefit the community.

In 2023, our upcoming cohorts are:
Cohort 4: Arrive between July 25-27 and depart between October 17-19
Cohort 5: Arrive between September 26-28 and depart between December 19-21

For 2024, we will have 5 cohorts:
Cohort 1: Arrive between January 16-18 and depart April 9-11
Cohort 2: Arrive March 19-21 and depart June 11-13
Cohort 3: Arrive May 21-23 and depart August 6-8
Cohort 4: Arrive July 23-25 and depart October 15-17
Cohort 5: Arrive September 24-26 and depart December 17-19


Cost: $1,500 ($300 non-refundable) - Funds cover your food and lodging (and more) at the field station and support our research and conservation efforts.

For more information and to apply, visit https://madagascarpartnership.org/volunteer/

Qualifications Many of our volunteers already have or are working towards a BA or BS in the biological or environmental sciences, but this is not a requirement. The priority traits for volunteers are a willingness to work in isolated conditions, the ability to solve problems independently, and previous work or travel experience in tropical countries is an advantage. A dedication to a positive and respectful working environment is vital.