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<p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Dear Sir/ Madam,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
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<p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Education for Nature -
Vietnam (ENV) officially launched the new Wildlife Action Partnership Grant
(WAPG) initiative today, to fund concrete actions that will strengthen
enforcement and reduce demand for and consumption of wildlife in Vietnam. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='line-height:115%'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
line-height:115%;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>The WAPG initiative is a
small grant program that is administered by ENV in partnership with the Humane
Society International (HSI). Under the program, small grants ranging from 500
to 3000 USD are made available through a simple application process for
projects that are considered likely to have a direct impact on wildlife
protection in Vietnam. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>The
program is designed to encourage individuals and organizations to take the
opportunity to work on projects that target priority focus areas. These
include: <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style='margin-top:0in' type=disc>
<li class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style='margin-bottom:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Anti-poaching enforcement campaigns in
protected areas <o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style='margin-bottom:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Strengthening legislation and policy <o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style='margin-bottom:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Awareness activities and campaigns
focused on demand reduction <o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style='margin-bottom:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Mobilizing public action and support for
wildlife protection<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style='margin-bottom:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Working with the media to promote
critical wildlife protection issues<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style='margin-bottom:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Strengthening the capacity of law
enforcement<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class=MsoNormalCxSpMiddle style='margin-bottom:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;line-height:115%;
font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Investigations and research on wildlife
crime<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>In
addition, projects focusing on endangered species groups including tigers,
bears, rhinos, marine turtles, elephants, pangolins, and endangered primates,
will be given special consideration for support. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>ENV
will accept applications from any individual or organization; however,
preference will be given to initiatives led by Vietnamese nationals. Grant
applications will also be accepted at any time. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";
color:red'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>“Wildlife
Action Partnership Grants will provide an opportunity for active individuals
and groups to have a positive impact on wildlife protection in Vietnam,”</span></i><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> says Ms. Nguyen Thi
Phuong Dung, Operations Director of ENV. <i>“We hope this program
inspires some fresh and creative solutions and we look forward to establishing
a variety of active working partnerships with others who share our interest and
commitment to wildlife protection.” <o:p></o:p></i></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Successful
applicants must complete their projects within one year from the date of
approval. Where applicable, ENV will participate in project activities to
strengthen future partnerships, provide assistance and support where needed,
and evaluate project impacts.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Applications
may be downloaded here in <span style='color:red'><a
href="http://thiennhien.org/images/sang_kien_ho_tro_cac_du_an_hanh_dong_vi_dvhd/wildlife-action-partnership-grant-application-form.doc">Vietnamese</a></span>
or <span style='color:red'><a
href="http://envietnam.org/our-work/Wildlife_Action_Partnership_Grant_Application.doc">English</a></span>,
or requested by contacting <a href="mailto:grant.env@gmail.com">grant.env@gmail.com</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>ENV
wishes to thank the Humane Society International (HSI) for their partnership
and support in establishing and administering this program. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></i></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>For
more information, please contact:<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><i><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></i></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Ms.
Tran Thi Thuy Duong<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Communication
and Public Awareness Unit</span></b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:
"Arial","sans-serif"'><br>
<b>Education for Nature - Vietnam (ENV)</b><br>
</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";
color:black'>No. 5 IF1, lane 192 Thai Thinh Street, Dong Da district, Hanoi<br>
</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>PO Box
222, Hanoi</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><br>
Tel/fax: +84 4 35148850 (Ext: 306)<br>
E-mail: </span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><a
href="mailto:communication.env@gmail.com">communication.env@gmail.com</a>, <a
href="mailto:grants.env@gmail.com">grants.env@gmail.com</a></span><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><br>
Website: </span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><a
href="http://www.envietnam.org/">www.envietnam.org</a></span><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> (English), </span><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><a
href="http://www.thiennhien.org/">www.thiennhien.org</a></span><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> (Vietnamese) <br>
</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Facebook:
</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><a
href="http://www.facebook.com/EducationforNatureVietnam">http://www.facebook.com/EducationforNatureVietnam</a></span><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> </span><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>(English)</span><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><br>
</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>
<a href="http://www.facebook.com/ENVvolunteers">http://www.facebook.com/ENVvolunteers</a></span><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'> </span><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>(Vietnamese)<br>
</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Twitter:
</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><a
href="https://twitter.com/">https://twitter.com//#!/edu4naturevn</a></span><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>About
Education for Nature – Vietnam (ENV)<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>Education
for Nature-Vietnam (ENV) was established in 2000 as Vietnam’s first
non-governmental organization focused on conservation of nature and the
environment. Our mission is to foster greater understanding amongst the
Vietnamese public about environmental issues of local, national and global
significance, ranging from protection of wildlife and natural ecosystems to
climate change. We employ creative and innovative strategies to influence
attitudes and mobilize Vietnamese citizens to live in balance with the natural
world and to take action to protect Vietnam’s precious environment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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