ExplorerHome Madagascar

What We Do

Our mission is to infuse the public with curiosity and interest about STEM fields, inspire people to explore, discover and learn about how science is integral in all aspects of life, and make positive impacts for Madagascar.

ExplorerHome invites the public to explore the wonders of the world through the eyes of scientists.

Our work is designed to reach children (5 to 15 years old) and their families. ExplorerHome’s field-based and online programs give a platform to STEM fields, scientists and offer science outreach, education, and entertainment!

How We Protect Lemurs And Other Wildlife

Our work helps to protect Madagascar’s precious ecosystems by doing the following:

• Training the scientists of the future who will help contribute to important research to inform conservation in Madagascar
• Delivering field programs which raise the profile of the primatology discipline and teach important scientific skills such as field methods and data collection
• By providing education on and raising awareness of important global issues such as loss of biodiversity and climate change

How We Support Local Communities

We provide science education, hands-on training and help raise awareness of scientific disciplines in Madagascar. This creates opportunities within communities and a platform for STEM communication.

Training

Our field programs “Sciencing Out” and “Bioblitz” allow students to experience practical science and exploration. On “Sciencing Out” knowledge is shared by professional scientists leading each topic, and students gather experience of field methods and data collection. On “Bioblitz” students have access to apps such as iNaturalist and Seek to observe and identify species.

Online Programs

We have developed 5 programs all centered on three main components: STEM fields, Scientists, and non-scientists. These programs provide a platform for scientists to share their works and incorporate adapted science communication tools to make information more accessible to communities in the form of video. ExplorerHome staff edit and share short storytelling videos to convey messages. Social media platforms Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube are used to broadcast these short educative and informative videos featuring the 5 programs: Ask A Scientist, One word a day, Science facts, Happy Place and the SCiTia program.