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Der Mellumrat e.V.
Varel, DEImpact-drivenAssociationClimate & Environmental ProtectionScience & Research
Impact3Sustainability Goals
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About Der Mellumrat e.V.
Der Mellumrat e.V. is a nature conservation and research community founded in 1925, dedicated to the protection and scientific study of natural environments. The organization focuses on managing and monitoring significant protected areas, including Wadden Sea islands like Mellum, Wangerooge, and Minsener Oog, as well as inland aquatic ecosystems such as Sager Meer and Dümmer See. It conducts extensive research on local flora and fauna, documents the unique characteristics of these regions, and organizes educational excursions. Der Mellumrat e.V. is actively involved in projects like "WATTfossilfrei" to promote sustainable practices and "Müll im Meer" to combat marine litter. Its work significantly contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals "Life on Land" (SDG 15) and "Life Below Water" (SDG 14), while also supporting "Quality Education" (SDG 4).
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Sustainability Goals
Life on Land
Protecting and Restoring Terrestrial Ecosystems
Der Mellumrat e.V. is dedicated to the protection and scientific study of natural landscapes, particularly on Wadden Sea islands and inland lakes, to preserve local flora and fauna.
Researching and Conserving Biodiversity
The organization conducts extensive research on local flora and fauna, documenting the unique characteristics of protected areas, including "Bird of the Month" and "Seals" monitoring.
Life Below Water
Conserving and Sustainably Using Marine Resources
Der Mellumrat e.V. is committed to protecting the Wadden Sea and its inhabitants, including through monitoring programs for seals and documenting the marine environment.
Combating Marine Litter and Environmental Education
Through its "Müll im Meer" (Marine Litter) project, the organization actively combats ocean pollution via exhibitions, informational materials, and educational outreach.
Quality Education
Education for Sustainable Environmental Research
The organization arranges educational excursions, publishes scientific journals, and awards the Jesse Science Award to disseminate knowledge about nature conservation and promote research.
Practical Environmental Education for Youth
Through programs like the Voluntary Ecological Year (FÖJ), Federal Volunteer Service (BFD), and internships, Der Mellumrat e.V. offers hands-on learning experiences in nature conservation.
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Q1What is the core mission of Der Mellumrat e.V.?+
Der Mellumrat e.V. is a nature conservation and research community dedicated to the protection and scientific study of natural environments. The organization manages and monitors significant protected areas, including Wadden Sea islands and inland aquatic ecosystems, and conducts extensive research on local flora and fauna.
Q2What opportunities are there to get involved with Der Mellumrat e.V.?+
Interested individuals can get actively involved through a Voluntary Ecological Year (FÖJ), the Federal Volunteer Service (BFD), or internships. The organization also offers opportunities for practical participation in work deployments, for example on Wangerooge, as well as support through memberships and donations. Specific roles for conservation wardens are available on their website.
Q3Where does Der Mellumrat e.V. primarily operate?+
Der Mellumrat e.V. focuses on the protection and research of Wadden Sea islands such as Mellum, Wangerooge, and Minsener Oog, as well as inland aquatic ecosystems like Sager Meer and Dümmer See. The organization's main office is located in Varel-Dangast.
Q4Which UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does Der Mellumrat e.V. support?+
Der Mellumrat e.V. primarily contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals "Life on Land" (SDG 15) and "Life Below Water" (SDG 14). Additionally, through its educational work, the organization promotes the goal of "Quality Education" (SDG 4).
