As Salih Tatlıcı Foundation, we have donated to “Pro Natura“, founded in 1909 in Switzerland, the oldest nature conservation organization of Switzerland and also a member of “Friends of the Earth International“, which produces projects to protect the natural diversity of animals, plants, and habitats, to strengthen biodiversity, to protect natural landscapes and resources.
Pro Natura management presented a certificate of appreciation to our Foundation.
Environmental Problems Do Not End at Borders
Regarding the donation, Uğur Tatlıcı, Executive Board Member of our Foundation, said: “Climate change and the global energy crisis threaten the lives and livelihoods of billions of people around the world, and hit the poorest the hardest. We believe that our economic system must function to improve people’s lives and the environment. We urgently need to protect forests for a sustainable future for all. If people feel closer to nature and are encouraged to question their behaviors and habits, they will be more attentive and respectful of the environment. In addition to our support for national organizations working to protect nature and the environment, we will continue to support well-established international organizations such as “Pro Natura“.”
Pro Natura
Pro Natura is Switzerland’s oldest nature conservation organization.
It loves nature, defends its interests, and provides it with a strong voice. It continues its activities to protect and promote the natural diversity of animals, plants, and habitats. Founded in 1909, one of the organization’s pioneering achievements was the establishment of the Swiss National Park. Today, Pro Natura supervises around 700 nature reserves and manages a dozen nature centers in Switzerland. On a national level, it operates through its central organization, but also in all Swiss regions with cantonal offices.
Pro Natura is also active internationally as a member of “Friends of the Earth International”. It has broad support with around 170,000 members and 25,000 loyal donors. Pro Natura is Zewo* certified.
*Zewo – Your Donation in Safe Hands
Zewo is an organization that sets standards for Swiss charities. These standards cover the following aspects: ethics and integrity, corporate governance, efficient use of funds, results, accurate and fair accounting, transparency, accountability as well as fundraising and communication. Zewo monitors charities as per these standards and awards the Zewo Seal to organizations that meet its standards. It also provides information to the public about donations, charity fundraising, and charitable organizations in Switzerland.
