Welcome 2009! We in the science community have long been waiting your arrival. If you didn't know, 2009 is going to be a big year for science; it is Year of the Gorilla and the Year of Science!
But first, YoG! There is a huge push to protect our last remaining gorillas, their habitat and to secure a place for their future in our future. There are many who advocated for this cause including; Jane Goodall, World Assocation of Zoos and Aquariums, the Convention on Migratory Species and many others.
There are many ways in which you can become involved in this global project! First is to educate yourself about the species, become knowledgable about what challenges are facing gorillas, read The Gorilla Agreement, donate to the fund or purchase a cute stuffed gorilla!
And for you educators, here is a great information page including links and questions for your students! And if you are feeling extra inventive, you could even make a gorilla Jeporady game!
I will be talking more about YoG, as well as The Year of Science 2009 in the coming weeks! So, keep checking back for more information...and if you have anything that you would like to add or discuss- feel free to leave a comment or email me!
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