Sustainable community development
Chimfunshi is dedicated to sustainable development within local communities and is fostering partnerships that support livelihoods while promoting conservation practices. Chimfunshi’s initiatives include educational programs, sustainable agriculture, and eco-tourism opportunities that empower communities to protect their natural resources and coexist harmoniously with wildlife.
The employees who ensure the operation of Chimfunshi and the associated farm are permanently employed and live in five villages on the Chimfunshi site.
Donations and grants made it possible to build solid houses for the staff and their families and to install wells in all villages to ensure the supply of clean drinking water. In 2017/2018, a human infirmary was built on Chimfunshi's premises, permanently staffed by at least one medical professional.
In addition, Chimfunshi interacts with the surrounding farmers through trade and the mutual exchange of goods. This also secures jobs and creates modest prosperity as well as adequate working and living conditions in the region.
Due to the family structures and the close connection of the village community with the core tasks of the sanctuary, Chimfunshi not only secures the livelihood of numerous people, but also provides a safe haven for the people.
