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The Conservation Certificate
A one year part-time virtual programme to equip Christians working in conservation to be hopeful and effective leaders
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Over 40+ years, A Rocha has developed a distinctive faith-based approach to nature conservation increasingly recognised as both innovative and transformational. All we do is characterised by five commitments:
In September 2025 we are launching a one year part-time virtual programme to equip Christians working in conservation to be hopeful and effective leaders.
Only £900
NB not including cost of site visit
Deadline for registration 1 July 2025
Full fees must be paid before 1 September 2025
The story
The Conservation Certificate is an initiative created to honour the memory of Chris Naylor (former Executive Director of A Rocha International & founder of A Rocha Lebanon), his wife Susanna Naylor (co-founder of A Rocha Lebanon) and Miranda Harris (A Rocha co-founder) who tragically died in a car accident in 2019. Chris, Susanna and Miranda were known their investment in younger leaders and for inspiring and encouraging countless people working in conservation around the world.
The programme
- Overview & introduction
In this part of the programme you will meet and begin to get to know some key A Rocha leaders, the module leaders and others in your cohort. You will be matched with a mentor and define your practical project.
- Four modules, each one involving
- Online teaching delivered over a 7-week period
- 120 hours direct & self-directed learning
- One meeting with your mentor
- An in-depth A Rocha case study to ground your learning in on-the-ground reality
- On-site experience with an A Rocha National Organization
- A practical conservation project by each participant
- Concluding sessions
These will include project presentations, learning overviews and celebration
The content
Module 1: Biblical basis for creation care
Led by Rev. Dr. Dave Bookless
Dave is Head of Theology for A Rocha International. He serves as Lausanne Global Catalyst for Creation Care and sits on the boards of Season of Creation and The Oikos Network.
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Module 2: Conservation, science & environmental education
Led by Dr Simon Stuart
Simon is a former Executive Director of A Rocha International, Director of Strategic Conservation at Synchronicity Earth and Chair of the IUCN Species Survival Commission.
Module contributors include [xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]
Module 3: Community influence & communication
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Module contributors include [xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]
Module 4: Leadership the A Rocha way
Led by Shauna Anderson
Shauna is Co-Director of A Rocha Canada in British Columbia. She leads children's education, Farm to Families, Internship and Spiritual Care programming.
Module contributors include [xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]
Other course personnel
Dr Gavin Gillmore
Programme Director
Ed Walker
A Rocha International Programme Lead
Name TBD
Programme administrator
Qualifications & prerequisites
There are no academic prerequisites. Participants will need to have have proficient written and spoken English (CEFR level C1 or equivalent).
If you need further information please email [email protected].
Deadline for registration 1 July 2025
Full £900 fee must be paid before 1 September 2025