Fran Duthie African Elephant Conservation Scholarship

10/08/2026

Congratulations, Sarah! Keep up the great work. 👏

Thank you to Mara Elephant Project for administering my scholarship and keeping me updated on the progress of the students. Well done, all!!

07/21/2026

Congratulations to the incredible Fran Duthie Elephant Conservation scholarship recipients on a phenomenal second quarter of 2026! 🐘🌿

Administered in partnership with the Mara Elephant Project, we are beyond proud to share the outstanding progress, leadership, and dedication these students are demonstrating in their conservation and environmental studies:

Amos Baari (MSc Climate Change Adaptation, Univ. of Nairobi) — Making great strides in his master's research on climate impact and elephant migratory corridors, while leading community forest conservation as Chair of the Linda Msitu Steering Committee.

Sumaiyah Yakub (BSc Wildlife Management, Univ. of Nairobi) — Excelling in her 3rd-year coursework while earning two university awards for Best in Photography and Best in Innovation & Entrepreneurship!

Mark Mako (BSc Environmental Conservation, Univ. of Nairobi) — Finishing his 3rd year strong while expanding his global policy knowledge at the UNEP Committee of Permanent Representatives and Global Landscapes Forum.

Purity Silantoi (BEd Agricultural Education, Murang’a Univ.) — Completed her 1st year and spent her break teaching primary students practical agriculture, including tree planting and poultry pen construction.

Faith Leuka (Diploma in Forestry, Forestry College) — Continuing her 2nd year with a strong focus on community-based forest restoration and sustainable management in Narok County.

Sarah Kereto (Environmental Science, Kenyatta Univ.) — Staying dedicated and focused as she pushes through her 2nd-year studies and exams.

Seeing these future leaders apply their knowledge to protect ecosystems, support local communities, and champion wildlife conservation fills us with immense joy and pride.

Keep shining, everyone! 🎓✨

06/25/2026

Let’s do a quick Q&A! 👋🐘

If you could sit down with an elephant conservationist and ask them just one question about these incredible giants or the fight to protect them... what would it be?

Drop your questions in the comments below! We’ll be jumping in to answer them.

Let's see what you've always wanted to know! 👇

🍎 : Put this on your "Back to School" curriculum list! Your students will love the opportunity for face-to-face time via Zoom with an African ranger/researcher or conservationist on the ground in Kenya. And yes, it is ! DM us to secure a spot for your classroom. 📚🗓️

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06/19/2026

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Children are the future of conservation.

That’s why Mara Elephant Project offers FREE Zoom sessions connecting classrooms directly with conservationists and rangers in Kenya. These conversations offer a unique opportunity for students to hear firsthand about elephant conservation, human–elephant coexistence, and daily life working to protect wildlife in the Mara.

Recently, Sheffield Elementary School in Massachusetts hosted a Zoom session with two Kenyan conservationists. The students were deeply engaged, asking thoughtful questions and showing genuine excitement as they learned about MEP’s mission. The conversation was shared in an age-appropriate, fun, and interactive way that made conservation feel real and accessible.

Interested in bringing MEP into YOUR classroom? Explore FREE educational resources and virtual sessions here: https://buff.ly/5t9dwsO

05/11/2026

Fran Duthie Scholarship Highlight: Faith Leuka

The Fran Duthie African Elephant Conservation Scholarship administered by Mara Elephant Project continues to support and shape the next generation of conservation leaders across Kenya.

For Faith Leuka, growing up in Narok County meant balancing school with daily responsibilities at home while developing a deep connection to the landscapes around her. Witnessing the pressures facing local forests inspired her journey into conservation.

“My journey into forestry and conservation was inspired by my deep appreciation for nature and the environment… and the need to protect it.”

As a scholarship recipient, Faith can put that passion into action by pursuing a diploma in Forestry which blends forest conservation and community engagement initiatives.

“Receiving the scholarship has eased financial challenges and allowed me to fully focus on my studies,” says Faith. “It has strengthened my commitment to conservation and inspired me to aim higher.”

Faith hopes to contribute to restoring degraded forest landscapes and promote sustainable forest management, helping create a future where communities and conservation can thrive together.

04/15/2026

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