VOICED : The Brave Ones: Zimbabwe's women only rangers fighting poaching

The video tutorial narrates the story of Chiavette Soma Thero, a young woman who overcame abuse and hardship to become part of the Aschinger Rangers, a group of female wildlife advocates in Zimbabwe. The program, initiated by the International Anti Poaching Foundation, aims to empower disadvantaged women and has significantly reduced elephant poaching. The initiative highlights the unique ability of women to deescalate tensions and foster community cooperation, leading to successful conservation efforts without conflict.

What motivated Chiavette Soma Thero to join the Aschinger program?

• To empower herself and care for her child

• To travel the world

• To become a famous wildlife photographer

• To escape from her family

What is the primary goal of the Aschinger program?

• To promote tourism in Zimbabwe

• To build new wildlife reserves

• To train women to become soldiers

• To transform disadvantaged women into wildlife advocates

Who founded the International Anti Poaching Foundation?

• A former wildlife ranger

• A local Zimbabwean leader

• An Australian sniper named Damien Mando

• A famous conservationist

How has the Aschinger program impacted elephant poaching?

• It has been completely eradicated

• It has dropped by 80%

• It has remained the same

• It has increased by 50%

What unique ability do the women in the program bring to conservation efforts?

• The ability to track animals

• The ability to build new habitats

• The ability to naturally deescalate tension

• The ability to use advanced weaponry