With an interest in solidarity and social issues, the majority of whom are residents of Galapagos and committed to the future of the islands. FUNDAR was created in 2001 under agreement No.043 of the Minister of the Environment of Ecuador. It is made up of professionals with an interest in solidarity and social issues, the majority of whom are residents of Galapagos and committed to the future of the islands. FUNDAR Galapagos works with the Galapagos community, using alternative and responsible approaches to strive for sustainable development. FUNDAR Galapagos carries out education projects aimed at changing public behaviour and promoting solidarity and a sustainable lifestyle; sustainable development projects, such as strengthening of economic sectors (artisan fishing, agriculture, tourism, crafts, etc.), health, social research, alternative and renewable energy; environmental protection projects; public participation and governance projects, including social environmental ethics; and more (see Our Goals - ver líneas de acción).
