WHY PROTECT CAPE VERDEAN MONKEYS?
With the vital support of our partners, the Cape Verde Monkey Sanctuary association is preparing to launch a powerful awareness campaign dedicated to protecting monkeys and preserving biodiversity across Cape Verde. Slated to kick off nationwide in the first quarter of 2023, this campaign aims to spark deep public reflection on the plight of these monkeys, their essential role in safeguarding our forests, and their contribution to fighting climate change—while championing ecotourism initiatives that actively defend monkeys in their natural habitats. In Cape Verde, monkeys often suffer from a tarnished reputation; the limited information circulating about them tends to focus solely on crop damage as they forage for food while their natural territory shrinks year after year. The mission of this campaign is clear: restore a positive image for these incredible animals, bring an end to abusive slaughter and mistreatment, and mobilize national authorities into urgent action. Campaign posters have been created in Creole, Portuguese, French, and English, rallying around one crucial question: "WHY PROTECT THE MONKEYS OF CAPE VERDE?"
