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| Founded | 2017; 8 years ago (2017) |
|---|---|
| Founder | Nathan Edmondson |
| Type | Non-profit |
| Focus | Environmentalism |
| Location | |
| Area served | Africa |
| Method | Special operations, Park ranger training |
| Website | www |
Eco Defense Group is an American non-profit that sends Special forces operators to develop and train wildlife conservation forces on the African continent.
History
Eco Defense Group operates by invitation only. It is dedicated to leveraging asymmetric advantaged in anti-poaching efforts and supports Rangers on the frontlines through training and equipment. In March 2020, the US Office of Defense Cooperation brought Eco Defense Group to South Africa during the quarantine for a multi-day skills training program with South African National Parks and NCC Environmental Services firefighters.
See also
References
- "This charity is bringing special forces capabilities to the Rhino War in Africa". Wearethemighty.com. November 2, 2021.
- "Eco Defense Group (EDGE) Works with Communities To Stop Poaching". Markets.businessinsider.com.
- "On request from the Office of Defense Cooperation, U.S. NGO @EcoDefenseGroup, Incorporated facilitated a multi-day skills training program with @SANParks & @NCCWildfires firefighters". Twitter.com. Retrieved January 15, 2022.
- "Table Mountain gets a new special operations team, and it's radical!". Capetownetc.com.
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