1 We have 212 Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDI) members which we are actively seeking to increase. 2 Our members travel extensively to support our national parks. We are seeking ways to offset the impact of member travel. Executive Centre Core of the SANParks Honorary Rangers Effective Management • Cost of managing the organisation is R2,3 million per annum • Volunteer Executive Committee supported by three remunerated staff • Several functions are limited by a lack of funds • Additional R2,7 million per annum needed to ensure effective management capability required for planned operations 2 125 volunteers1 • Funds raised R28,8 million • Volunteer hours 390 139 • More than 200 active conservation projects • Actively support 20 national parks • Kilometres travelled 3 267 7912 R14,8 million donated and procured from SANParks • R10,8 million in assets, services and projects donated to SANParks • R4,0 million in accommodation and services procured from SANParks Robust governance • National Board • Four Board Committees • King IV aligned • SANParks Co-operation Agreement • Independent ethics hotline • Annual Integrated Report for accountability and transparency The work of the SHR aims to support the SANParks vision, which is: “to develop, protect, expand, manage and promote a system of sustainable national parks that represents natural and cultural heritage assets, through innovation, excellence, responsible tourism and just socio-economic benefit for current and future generations•. Our work is most strongly aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 14 ‘(Life below water) and 15 (Life on land). Our Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss. Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development. NO POVERTY LIFE ON LAND 15 LIFE BELOW WATER 14 SANParks Honorary Rangers 2024 15
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