ROCHA

Question 1

What is ROCHA?

Answer 1

An international Christian organisation inspired by God’s love

Question 2

What does ROCHA do?

Answer 2

It carries out scientific research, environmental education and community-based conservation projects.

Question 3

Where did it begin?

Answer 3

Portugal in 1983

Question 4

What does ROCHA mean in Portuguese?

Answer 4

The Rock

Question 5

Where can it be found?

Answer 5

Countries throughout Europe, Africa, the Middle East and North America

Question 6

What is their 5 core commitments?

Answer 6

1. Christian
2. Conservation
3. Community
4. Cross-culture
5. Co-operation

Question 7

1. Christian:

Answer 7

Underlying all the work they do comes from biblical teachings and loving God

Question 8

2. Conservation:

Answer 8

They carry out research for the conservation and restoration of the natural world and run environmental education programmes for people of all ages.

Question 9

3. Community:

Answer 9

Their aim is to develop good relationships between ROCHA and the wider communities due to their commitment to God.

Question 10

4. Cross-culture:

Answer 10

They draw on the insights and skills of people from diverse culture everywhere.

Question 11

5. Co-operation:

Answer 11

They work in partnership with a wide variety of organisations and individuals who share their concerns for a sustainable world.