BACKGROUND
The National Wetland Awards, sponsored by Mondi, are unique bronze Wattled Crane sculptures designed by sculptor Sarah Richards and are awarded annually to recognise outstanding contributions to wetland work in South Africa.
The awards highlight achievements in:
- The better management of wetlands through stewardship;
- The development of skills for improved wetland management and conservation; and
- Achievements in wetland scientific research.
From 2014 onwards, a new category was awarded that being for Young Professionals who are younger than 35 years of age and have less than 5 years of experience.
The recipients of these awards may work for any sector of society, including government, private companies, corporates, non-governmental organizations, academic institutions and the public.
ELIGIBILITY
Individuals or institutions are invited to nominate.
Individuals or institutions, governmental and non-governmental, academics, the public, corporate and private sector enterprises are all eligible for nomination. However self nominations will not be accepted.
The awards will be given to individuals or institutions with a proven record of achievements in one or other of the four categories listed.
Nominees should have contributed significantly to the long-term conservation and sustainable use of wetlands.
Special consideration will be given to those initiatives which might serve as inspirational and practical examples for others, and are replicable.
The awards will be presented at the annual National Wetlands Indaba Gala Dinner in October, with one award being presented for each of the categories.
