Become a field volunteer
Every gesture counts, every volunteer makes a difference. Together, let's contribute to primate and forest conservation.
“Never be afraid to do what is right, especially if the well-being of an animal or ecosystem is at stake.”— Martin Luther King Jr.
A unique adventure
Much more than just volunteer work, it's a total immersion in a unique environment, where every day brings its share of discoveries and challenges. Joining Akatia means choosing to live an unforgettable experience.
A positive and concrete impact
Volunteers play a crucial role in protecting chimpanzees and small monkeys. By participating in daily activities — rescue, rehabilitation, rescue centre maintenance — you directly contribute to the preservation of these endangered species.
Learn and grow
You will develop various skills: animal management, construction, infrastructure maintenance. You will learn to work as a team in sometimes basic but always enriching conditions.
A multicultural human experience
Life at camp is a true immersion in nature. Simple living conditions reconnect you to the essentials. You will live in great cultural richness while creating unforgettable bonds.
Contributing to a global project
By joining Akatia, you become an essential part of a large-scale conservation project. You will contribute to concrete actions against poaching and habitat destruction.
Life at camp
Field volunteering fees
This contribution helps cover accommodation, camp life and the organisation of your assignment.
Eco-volunteering
€250
per week
Volunteering up to 3 months
€250
per month
Volunteering over 3 months
€150
per month
Put your skills at the service of biodiversity
Help us advance our mission of primate and forest conservation. Your expertise and dedication will be essential to support our field actions, strengthen our visibility, and maximize our impact.
Whether you are an experienced professional or a passionate student, your contribution is particularly valuable for an NGO like ours.
We are looking for talent in
Communications
Writing, graphic design, press relations, content production.
Community management
Social media management, content creation, community engagement.
Administrative
File management, report writing, project monitoring.
Fundraising
Funding research, sponsorship applications, donor relations.
Marketing
Digital strategy, email campaigns, data analysis.
Other skills
Legal, accounting, translation, photography, video, web… all skills are valuable.
Write to us introducing yourself, explaining your skills, motivation and the availability you can offer.
volontariat.akatia@gmail.comRequirements
- —Be passionate about wildlife and conservation
- —Be at least 20 years old
- —Be ready to live in rustic conditions (forest, no electricity or wifi)
- —Be able to stay for at least a few weeks in the field
Send your application
Write to us introducing yourself, explaining your motivation and availability.