Protecting the SelvaViva rainforest goes far beyond the mere acquisition of forest land. Purchasing the land is not the end of the task—it is, in fact, the beginning of a long-term responsibility. The sheer scale of our protected forest presents us with enormous logistical challenges. We must monitor an area that spans vast, often inaccessible terrain, around the clock.
Threats
Our forest faces several distinct threats. Poaching remains a chronic danger to biodiversity, and more recently, illegal gold miners have increasingly encroached upon these protected areas. The use of mercury and the destruction of riverbeds leave scars that may take decades to heal.
Active Protection
Three forest guards regularly patrol the protected area, supported by a network of wildlife cameras that detect movement and intruders. These measures can only cover a fraction of the total area at any given time; given our current resources, comprehensive, gap-free surveillance is simply impossible.
To address what technology and personnel cannot manage alone, we work in collaboration with the local population. By raising awareness about the value of the rainforest, forging concrete partnerships, and creating alternative sources of income, we transform local residents—who might otherwise benefit from short-term exploitation—into long-term guardians of their own ecosystem.
It is an ongoing process that demands patience, perseverance, and the willingness to account for potential setbacks. We embrace these challenges.
