Under the direction of Yurasi Briceño, the team at Proyecto Sotalia in Venezuela has published the children’s book ¿Quieres ser mi voz? (Can You Be My Voice?). This lovingly designed book introduces children to the fascinating world of the Orinoco river dolphins (Inia geoffrensis) in a vivid way, while also raising awareness about the threats facing these extraordinary animals and their habitats.
Environmental education plays a crucial role in the long-term protection of freshwater dolphins. Through “¿Quieres ser mi voz?”, Proyecto Sotalia aims to raise awareness among the youngest generations about the value of rivers and their unique biodiversity.
The children's book is already being used in educational programs and helps inspire children and young people to protect the Toninas del Orinoco. In this way, the initiative makes an important contribution to environmental education and to promoting the sustainable management of the Orinoco's valuable ecosystems.
YAQU PACHA congratulates Yurasi Briceño and the entire Proyecto Sotalia team on this inspiring initiative. Projects like this demonstrate that successful conservation is based not only on scientific research, but also on education, commitment, and the involvement of local communities.
After all, tomorrow's conservationists are today's children.
Book: Do You Want to Be My Voice? (PDF)