Gold Chinder
2024-2025 Obama Foundation Africa Leader

National Officer for Environmental Education Programs, National Administration of Conservation Areas
Mozambique
Gold Chinder is the national officer for environmental education programs at the National Administration of Conservation Areas. For the past three years, Gold has dedicated his time to designing, coordinating, and monitoring environmental education programs across more than a dozen of Mozambique’s national parks and national reserves, including the implementation of seven environmental education programs. Under Gold’s leadership, over 80,000 people benefit annually, ranging from children of the surrounding schools to community members, natural resources management committees, and teachers. Gold is dedicated to addressing the pressing issues of environmental education and conservation in Mozambique. Recognizing the critical role education plays in fostering a sustainable future, he continues to spearhead projects aimed at integrating environmental awareness into school curricula and community engagement programs. With extensive experience running a high volume of environmental education programs across Mozambique, Gold has made a significant impact on both residents and visitors alike.
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