Support the delivery of 20 bespoke conservation sessions - 10 for the Happy Loppers, our team of conservation volunteers with learning disabilities - 10 for women. Participants gain confidence, joy and a sense of purpose in a safe space while increasing the biodiversity of the Forest.
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Firstly, people with learning disabilities suffer from social isolation, difficulty acquiring new skills & building confidence. Their wellbeing suffers from not being able to spend time outdoors, socialising & learning new things. Secondly, women are under-represented in conservation, & some feel more able to contribute in women-only sessions. Thirdly, Epping Forest, its trees & biodiversity are suffering due to increased pollution, climate change & adjacent development.
We will run 20 conservation sessions - 10 for people with learning disabilities, & 10 women-only sessions. This will enable 10 people with learning disabilities, & an estimated 75 women, to access nature, take part in physical exercise, socialise, learn new skills, improve their mental health & wellbeing &empowering them to build confidence and take meaningful action in conserving the Forest The hands-on conservation activities will improve the biodiversity of key areas of Epping Forest.
