Motivating Conservation From Within
Galápagos conservation has historically centered on flagship species, creating funding gaps for community-led projects. Through reading and place-based educational materials, we’re building a Galápagos where solutions start with us, changing how youth and families relate to and engage with their islands’ environment.
Investing in the Planet Means Investing in People
When children learn to think critically and understand their role in caring for nature from an early age, they become active participants in building a sustainable future. Check out our Enchanted Adventures Collection, storybooks that connect students across all ages with endemic species such as Darwin’s Lecocarpus and the Galápagos petrel.
A Word by Our Founder
I first came to the Galápagos in 2005 on a Fulbright research grant to study education for sustainability on San Cristóbal Island. Finding my passion for education tied to the sense of place I discovered here, I have lived and worked on this special island ever since. Through years of professional work and research, I have observed how seemingly small, overlooked local needs have hampered sustainable development, despite the significant conservation funds flowing to the islands. Recognizing this gap, I founded E4NG in 2022.
Our approach is simple: we pinpoint the root issues and create grassroots projects with local actors and institutions that bring the originally separate components together in synergy. By uncovering our true human nature we discover the answers to conserve these islands and other special places around the world.
We hope you will feel empowered to contribute your “grain of sand,” as we say here in Ecuador. Thank you for visiting our website and supporting us in any way you can!
Un abrazo,
Ashleigh Klingman
Three years in, our impact is still deepening
30+
teachers supported in the classroom
4
bilingual storybooks published
600+
families have read at least 1 storybook
Areas of Impact
Islander-Inspired Stories
Creating characters based on real islanders who protect endemic species
Youth Leaders Eco-Club
Empowering teens to lead environmental action in their community
Ecosystem Restoration
Engaging families in community gardening and petrel conservation
Impact Evaluation
Improving programs based on community feedback