Five-Day Residential Program on Rainforest Ecology
14th to 18th Dec 2026 (Mon-Fri)
Join us for a five-day journey into one of Earth’s most biodiverse regions. This comprehensive residential program offers a blend of scientific discovery, practical skills, and indigenous knowledge, designed to give students an in-depth understanding of rainforest ecosystems, sustainable practices, and conservation ideas.
Program Highlights
Key Learning Objectives:
- Climate Change Impacts:
Understand the impacts of climate change on rainforests and their biodiversity. - Evolutionary Processes:
Explore the role of evolution in shaping rainforest ecosystems. - Conservation and Research Techniques:
Develop practical skills in ecological research and conservation. - Story Telling:
Learn how to tell stories that inspire people to take care of nature. Instead of just memorizing dry science facts, discover how to turn those facts into real-world action to help protect wildlife and the environment
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the program, you will have:
- Increased your understanding of rainforest ecosystems and their importance.
- Developed skills in ecological research and conservation.
- Enhanced appreciation for indigenous knowledge and sustainable practices.
- Inspired to become active advocates for rainforest conservation.
Who Should Attend?
This program is ideal for students above 7th grade up to 12th grade with an interest and curiosity to explore environmental science, biology, or ecology.
Program Team
The program will be conducted by Priyanka Swamy, Shreyas S, a team of researchers and educators associated with the Kalinga Foundation.
Priyanka Swamy, a PhD scholar working on Malabar pit vipers, brings extensive experience in reptile ecology, phylogeography, and environmental outreach.
Shreyas S, Education Officer at Kalinga Foundation, combines environmental engineering expertise with field research and environmental education.
Together, they bring strong experience in field research, conservation science, and environmental education, making the workshop an engaging and great learning experience.
Participation will be awarded on completing the course.
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The program will be conducted by Priyanka Swamy, Shreyas S, and Akshay L, a team of researchers and educators associated with the Kalinga Foundation.
Priyanka Swamy, a PhD scholar working on Malabar pit vipers, brings extensive experience in reptile ecology, phylogeography, and environmental outreach.
Shreyas S, Education Officer at Kalinga Foundation, combines environmental engineering expertise with field research and environmental education.
Together, they bring strong experience in field research, conservation science, and environmental education, making the workshop an engaging and great learning experience.