What will happen to the land if Wilderness International suddenly stops receiving donations?
If Wilderness International were to stop receiving donations, the protected areas would continue to be safeguarded by several mechanisms.
- Legal protection: The land is registered in the land registry and is owned by the foundation. This means that it cannot be sold or used, even if the organization were to encounter financial difficulties.
- Foundation structure: The foundation is designed to exist in the long term. Even without new donations, the organization remains committed to maintaining the protection of the land.
- Cooperation with local partners: Indigenous communities and local partners work together in the protected areas, ensuring protection independently of the foundation in some cases.
- Transfer option: If Wilderness International were no longer able to operate, responsibility would be transferred to a similar organization pursuing the same purpose.