Conserving Biodiversity for a Sustainable Future
The Corporation for the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Biodiversity (CORPOCOUSB) is dedicated to protecting the natural ecosystems of the Cali River basin, promoting sustainable practices and community-driven conservation.
About CORPOCOUSB
CORPOCOUSB is a non-profit NGO focused on the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity and ecosystem services in the Cali River basin.
Our Mission
Promoting the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity and ecosystem services, while implementing climate change mitigation mechanisms through community-driven actions.
CORPOCOUSB emerged from community processes to consolidate intersectoral actions for the care and conservation of the natural ecosystems of the upper Cali River basin. With support from institutions like the National Natural Parks Unit of Colombia and the Impulso Verde Kuaspe Foundation, we carry out ecological restoration projects with a territorial and differential approach.
Core Values
Conservation • Sustainability • Community • Innovation
What We Do
CORPOCOUSB drives impact through conservation programs, ecological restoration, and community engagement in the Cali River basin.
Ecological Restoration
Implementing projects to restore strategic natural ecosystems involved in hydrological services in the Cali River basin.
Agroecological Systems
Promoting sustainable farming practices that contribute to food security and biodiversity conservation.
Community Engagement
Fostering direct and indirect participation of local families in conservation initiatives.
Pedagogy of Hope
Educating students and farmers to promote biodiversity conservation through moral imagination and peacebuilding.
Climate Change Mitigation
Implementing strategies to mitigate climate change impacts through sustainable practices.
Our Team
Meet the dedicated professionals driving CORPOCOUSB's mission to conserve biodiversity and promote sustainable development.
Jaime Andrés Cárdenas Contreras
Biologist & Researcher
Passionate about wildlife, Jaime is a biologist and researcher with the Biotechnology and Environment Research Group at INCCA University of Colombia, accredited by the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation.
Brigith Daniela Galvíz Peláez
Biologist & Educator
Brigith collaborates in hopeful education processes with youth in Commune 16 of Cali, promoting changes in consumption behaviors to foster biodiversity conservation in the Cauca River valley.
Jean Carlo Rojas Escobar
Community Leader & Farmer
Resident of the Farallones de Cali National Natural Park buffer zone, Jean grows aromatic herbs and collaborates in ecological restoration in El Cedral village.
Our Events
Join us in our efforts to promote conservation and sustainable development through community-driven events.
Basin Council Meeting
November 30, 2023
Held in Calarcá, Quindío, Colombia, this meeting focused on building collective power for conservation with dialogues featuring Jonathan KiFunda, Executive Director of Hubutu Africa.
Learn MoreTransforming Power Relations
December 5–7, 2023
Held at Agora Bogotá, this event expanded horizons by valuing non-financial assets like knowledge, trust, and networking for sustainable development.
Learn MoreContact Us
Have questions? Reach out to us for more information or to get involved!
Address
La Cabaña Natural Reserve, El Cedral Village, Felidia District, Cali, Colombia
Phone
+57 300 701 4103
gerencia@corpocousb.space