We are working in Dacorum to empower communities, to get involved in transformational micro-projects to help nature thrive. Building on the success of the Wilder St Albans Project, which has seen hundreds of people take action for wildlife across the District of St Albans, we will provide the advice and support that you and your community need to take care of the places that matter to you.
Some of these micro-projects could include:
- Empowering you to create wilder, green places on their doorsteps helping nature to thrive
- Helping you to develop the skills you need to act as environmental champions in their local areas
- Supporting you with initiatives to improve the green spaces where you live.
Lea Ellis
Lea Ellis is Dacorum's Wilder Communities Officer. She says:
"We know that people want to take action to improve their neighbourhoods but often it’s hard to know where to start. Nextdoor Nature will let communities say what they would like to see. I’m here to listen, to offer suggestions, if needed, to explore possibilities, to bring positivity and enthusiasm, and to ultimately help people to see just how important they are in shaping our world. I’d love to hear from people who are already doing small (or big) things in their neighbourhoods and get them to help me spread this positivity.”
Actions making Dacorum Wilder
If you are already taking action or plan to do something in the near future, we'd love to hear from you.
Put your name on our Wilder Actions Map!
Why not join our Facebook community group and use this space to ask questions, find inspiration, offer advice and shout about what you are doing in Dacorum?
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Wilder Group
Wilder Business and Spaces
Wilder Communities
Wilder Groups
There are many organisations and groups across Dacorum that are passionate and motivated to bring about positive changes for nature. Many of them are looking for volunteers too! Information on some of these groups can be found here, however, this list is not exhaustive.
If you are part of a group that is not listed here but want to be involved do get in touch and let us know.
Building a bird box © Broni Lloyd-Edwards
Nextdoor Nature
Thanks to £5million funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Nextdoor Nature Project will provide people with the advice and support that they need to help nature on their doorstep, and leave a lasting natural legacy in honour of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.