Bruce Downie, PhD

Our President, Bruce Downie, has successfully completed his doctoral studies at the University of Victoria. His research was part of the work of the PAPR and focused on the influence of conservation in livelihood decision-making in the Saadani area of Tanzania....

Tofino Workshop

The CCRN held a mid term workshop  in Tofino, BC between June 1st and 5th.  As an affiliate member of the network, the Kesho Trust was represented at the meeting by Bruce Downie, Director, who made a presentation regarding the work of the Kesho Trust in Tanzania with...

I-CAN News

Our new research initiative I-CAN, led by McGill University and the African Conservation Centre, has just released the first newsletter.  Follow this link to get a better understanding of the direction of the program and the people involved – I-CAN Newsletter...

Kihembe Initial Construction

In February the first facilities at the Kihembe site were constructed.  Facilities included accommodation, office space, kitchen, eating and lounging area and washroom for staff and volunteers who will assist in the further development of the site. The construction...

A “Thank you” from Emmanuel

Emmanuel has completed his diploma program at the Coady Institute in Antigonish, NS.  He will be providing us with some further reflections on his courses and the ideas he has developed at the institute in later journals that will be posted on our website. He is now...

Research Contributions

The Kesho Trust encourages research to support the work in which we are engaged and we want to support and benefit from the work of qualified researchers on relevant topics.  We have assisted Mr. Brock Bersaglio in his search for funding support and he is soon to...