Protecting Freshwater Turtles in Malaysia
The Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia (TCS) was founded in 2011 to protect the country's endangered freshwater turtles. As the first non-profit organisation dedicated to this cause in Malaysia, TCS aims to restore depleted turtle populations through partnerships and its own programmes.
(2012 - 2023)
(2011 - 2023)
(2011 - 2023)
(2011 - 2023)
Protecting a Declining Species
The collection and consumption of river terrapin eggs, coupled with habitat destruction and the use of indiscriminate fishing gears, have caused the drastic decline of the river terrapin populations in Malaysia. Realising the need to take immediate action to prevent their extinction, we began to study their nesting biology, ecology and movements patterns. In 2011, we initiated a community-based terrapin conservation project with a local community in Kemaman, Terengganu.
Discover Nature, Inspire Change
Our outreach programmes are designed to communicate the “science” of our research and conservation project to the public. Our educational trips will not only appeal to college/ university students and their lecturers, but also to parents who are keen to provide their children an opportunity to explore nature. By participating in our hands-on activities, you could make an impact to the local communities through your CSR programmes.
Gain Conservation Experience
If you are a graduate or undergraduate looking to gain hands-on experience doing conservation-related work in a non-profit in Malaysia, we offer internships that allow you to get a feel of what it is like working in conservation. As an intern, you will get exposure to real projects (managing wildlife and people) and gain real world experience. You will have the opportunity to learn new skills (writing, public speaking, fundraising, marketing, etc.), to see your projects go from start to finish, and yes, you are allowed to make mistakes!
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Partnering for Turtle Conservation
We have collaborated with various organisations to conduct turtle research, conservation, education, and community engagement.
Make a Donation
Support Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia (TCS) in restoring depleted wild populations of freshwater turtles in the country. As an NGO, we constantly raise funds to support the increasing number of research, conservation and educational projects that the Society takes on. Your tax-deductible donations enable us to help save the critically endangered turtles in Malaysia.
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