WESSA (Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa)
Cindy-Lee Cloete is the CEO of the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) since February 2021, where responsibilities include leadership, stakeholder management, strategic direction, and financial sustainability. Previously, Cindy-Lee served as Acting CEO and Head of the Programme and Projects, strategically managing the WESSA Schools and Youth Unit, as well as overseeing several international Education for Sustainable Development programs. Cindy-Lee's extensive board experience includes roles with The Green Ticket, Dollars for Change, and Lunchbox Theatre, focusing on community development and youth engagement through the arts. Career foundations were built in environmental education and management roles, including Conservation Education Director at Nature's Valley Trust and Environmental Ranger with the City of Cape Town. Cindy-Lee holds advanced degrees in Education and Philanthropy and Resource Mobilization, further enhancing a commitment to sustainable practices and community impact.
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WESSA (Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa)
WESSA implements environmental, ecotourism, education and youth development programmes throughout South Africa, and activates a wide range of local initiatives for the environment through its membership network. The organisation is a trusted project partner with a proud history of over 90 years of enabling individuals and organisations to use natural resources sustainably. Priority areas of work include managing the international education and tourism eco-labels including Eco-Schools, Blue Flag and Green Key; critical work skills training; facilitating experiential learning at their four education centres; and protecting biodiversity and water resources through effective Invasive Alien Plant clearing projects. WESSA is also working to develop an empowered and enthused youth sector and, as a UNESCO partner, is supporting education for sustainable development across the southern African region.