This evening, the Tusk Conservation Awards took place (virtually) to celebrate the extraordinary work of dedicated conservationists across the African continent. Now in their eighth year, the awards are an excellent opportunity to recognise the tireless devotion of these remarkable individuals and show our gratitude for their persistent hard work. Wildlife conservation is a cause […]
This time next year will see the UK host the crucially important United Nations COP26 Climate Summit in Glasgow. World leaders from all manner of countries, economies, cultures and creeds will shuttle around conference halls and meeting rooms to negotiate contributions to global emissions reduction efforts. As is often the case, political leaders will be […]
The Nick Maughan Foundation is proud to announce its participation in The Times Christmas Charity Appeal 2020, as part of its ongoing support for wildlife conservation charity, Tusk. The Foundation has announced it will double readers’ donations to Tusk up to a value of £150,000. The Times appeal aims to raise funds for three charities dealing […]
The devastating impact of COVID-19 has been felt far and wide, not least in the African conservation space where crucial conservation efforts continue to be disrupted. Now more than ever, those men and women working on the frontlines of conservation need our support. Africa is home to almost 2,000 key biodiversity areas as well as […]
It does not need repeating that 2020 has been a year entirely unlike any other. As communities and people across the globe experience an acutely difficult time, it is heartening to be able to recognise those who make the planet a better place. That is why the Nick Maughan Foundation is delighted to sponsor this […]
This week, a new study by the London School of Economics — the most comprehensive of its kind — confirmed our worst fears about the economically divisive impact of the pandemic. Any pretext that we are “all in this together” has been utterly dashed. According to the research, young people have seen their job prospects and earnings […]
Over the past decade, many businesses have developed corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives to demonstrate their purpose-led commitments to society. However, the ongoing global health crisis caused by COVID-19 has increased the focus on businesses’ response to the pandemic. Now more than ever, corporations must redouble their efforts to positively impact society. A study on the impact […]
I’m very pleased to announce that the Nick Maughan Foundation has made a contribution to the Berkshire Youth Trust, a charitable organisation delivering much needed youth support services. The Trust’s aim is to help young people make successful transitions to adulthood, by supporting them to avoid the problems which plague the development of too many young […]
The ongoing pandemic has undeniably brought a sharp rise in global plastic pollution. Since the start of the health crisis, an estimated 129 billion face masks and 65 billion gloves have been used every month – all at peril of landing on our ocean shores. Our recent COVID-19 induced global hiatus has rendered society increasingly aware of […]