Who are we ?
History
Endrigna to symbolize the wisdom
of the Indri indri
“One day, Solo’s great-grandfather went into the forest to collect honey by climbing the trees.
He ended up hanging there, unable to come down, and was considered lost for a whole week.
When he finally returned, he told that an Indri indri had saved him: the animal had guided him and led him safely back to the ground, allowing him to find his way back to the village.
Since that event, this species became sacred to him, and he felt it was his duty to protect the Indri indri.
The villagers attributed a special wisdom to them and called them ‘Endrigna,’ a symbol of wisdom and generosity.”
« Ampangalatsary: a village rich in biodiversity…”
At the heart of the fokontany of Ampangalatsary lies a precious islest of primary forest, a refuge for the Indri indri, one of the largest lemurs of Madagascar. This village, a true treasure of biodiversity, also serves as an ecological corridor.
However, under the impact of human activities and various pressures, this forest ecosystem is now facing the threat of disappearance.
Solo realized that this biodiversity must survive. Protection, conservation, and monitoring were the actions he undertook to keep this treasure alive, allowing no one to destroy it.
Today, Solo’s determination inspires many actors in conservation, who are moved by his commitment and his radical change of course.
Endrigna Ecovillage: Hope for Sustainable Change...
.Thanks to the unwavering commitment of Solo, a passionate forest guardian, Endrigna has been preserved.
Despite the threats of fires and human pressures, this exceptional sanctuary of life continues to thrive.
Today, the Endrigna Ecovillage project supports Solo in his mission: to protect this ancestral forest and inspire a new generation of nature ambassadors.
Endrigna is the name the Betsimisaraka people give to the Indri indri.At the heart of Ampangalatsary lies a patch of primary forest where the Indri indri still live today.
Thanks to the unwavering dedication of Solo, a passionate forest guardian, Endrigna has been preserved. Despite threats from wildfires and human pressure, this exceptional sanctuary of life continues to thrive.
Today, the Endrigna Ecovillage project supports Solo in his mission: to protect this ancestral forest and inspire a new generation of nature ambassadors.
Our ambitions
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Offer to the local communities of Ampangalatsary, a better living conditions, including a healthy and fertile environment.
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Ensure access to quality education for the hundreds of children in Ampangalatsary.
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Restore and conserve 20 Hectares of the Endrigna forest.
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“For generations, my parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents cut down the forest. With my generation, it stops. I’ve made the decision to protect this natural forest and the wildlife that still finds refuge here.”
Solo Martin, forest guardian
Description
Launched in 2022, Endrigna Ecovillage is an initiative dedicated to restoring the forest ecosystems of Ampangalatsary.
Our mission is to guide local communities toward a sustainable reconnection between people and nature, building a greener future where biodiversity is preserved and local populations become key actors in environmental protection.
In terms of sustainable development, our activities are aligned with 07 of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Who are behind the project ?
“With a project that is both environmental and humanitarian, the villagers are not marginalized. On the contrary, they make an active contribution to the Endrigna Ecovillage project. Here, every voice counts, and every need is heard and taken into account.”
