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The Biodiversity Research Institute (IPBio) is a place where research meets conservation. IPBio is a non-governmental, non-profit organization that develops scientific research on biodiversity, ecology and ethology of fauna and flora of Brazilian ecosystems. In 2009, the reserve received accreditation as an "Advanced Outpost of The Atlantic Forest Biosphere Reserve" by UNESCO. IPBio’s mission is t...

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Good learning experience.

February 24, 2025by: Alice Woffindin - EnglandProgram: IPBio Amazon Biodiversity Research Assistant
9

During my 3 week stay completing the biodiversity research volunteer program I have had the opportunity to learn about how humans impact the environment and how we can all be more considerate and make better choices for the environment. The experiences have been well lead and the program leads were really passionate.

Great time with raising awareness of ecological issues in Amazon

December 03, 2024by: Tatiana Kriakvina - RussiaProgram: IPBio Amazon Biodiversity Research Assistant
9

This wasy first volunteering experience abroad and I truly enjoyed it, especially the highest level of organization and communication, engagement of volunteers to the aspects of IPbio activities and diversity of tasks and program, allowing you to see a lot of species of birds, some mammals, mushrooms, amphibians, fishes

Great time in Amazon forest!

November 29, 2024by: Elisa Bertesago - ItalyProgram: IPBio Amazon Biodiversity Research Assistant
10

It is a great volunteering program for who loves outdoor activities! I would really recommend it if you desire to live an experience of real contact with nature. The Amazon forest deserve to be protected!

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Imran Viroomal 2016

Participated in 2016

Alumni

I have volunteered abroad many times in Latin America. This time, I wanted to go to Brazil and stay! I have been looking for a job in conservation/environment NGO's for many years now, and over the last year, I saved up enough money in London to support me during my transition to live in Brazil while I found a job I was passionate about. I decided to volunteer again, as it has always been a great way to make contacts (friends really, but, anyways...) who know about other exciting opportunities. What inspired me was the drive to work surrounded by nature, for an NGO whose mission I truly support in Brazil.

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Morgane Holley

Participated in 2017

Alumni

Being the daughter of an American diplomat and a dual French/Swiss citizen I travelled a lot growing up. As cliché as it may sound traveling has proven itself to be more than just a hobby for me but rather a lifestyle. I really do have a hard time staying in one place for too long. Every couple years I feel the tingling desire to embark on a new adventure. I love discovering all the different facets of a country's culture: the food, the art, the traditions, the history, the current geopolitical situation and everything that goes along with it. I truly believe that exploring the world and coming to an understanding and respect of different cultures is one of the greatest forms of education an individual can be lucky enough to experience. 

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Ana Glaucia

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The Biodiversity Research Institute (IPBio) is a place where research meets conservation. IPBio is a non-governmental, non-profit organization that develops scientific research on biodiversity, ecology and ethology of fauna and flora of Brazilian ecosystems. In 2009, the reserve received accreditation as an "Advanced Outpost of The Atlantic Forest Biosphere Reserve" by UNESCO. IPBio’s mission is to encourage wildlife conservation, sustainable management and use of natural resources; and promote the development of eco-tourism and cultural projects.IPBio always strives to combine research with education. Our infrastructure was designed to conduct research while simultaneously allow visitors on the reserve to visualize and learn about our native species. Furthermore, IPBio developed various e...

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