TAFU
Building a Better Tomorrow, Together
TAFU is trying hard to address the bridge between intention and action with the strongest emphasis on personal and individual responsibility of each and every one of us. Only together, can we make a better tomorrow for us all, the natural world around us and for generations to come.
About us
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Founder, Executive Co-chair, CEO, and Representative for Anglophone and Francophone countries
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Marketing Volunteer
Volunteer Marine Biologist
CMO, Executive Co-chair, General Manager & Inclusion Officer
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Volunteer Coordinator and Communications Manager
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Representative for Cameroon
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Representative for South Africa
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Representative for Austria
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Junior juror and TAFU Photographer of the Year 2023 honourable mention winner
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Executive Committee
Board of Trustees
General contact: contact@tafu.info
Polluted areas contact: eco-patrol@tafu.info
Phone: +447519 274382
TAFU – Nature Conservation Organisation
Mission Statement
TAFU is a global movement redefining personal responsibility as the driving force for a sustainable future.
Through world-renowned competitions, groundbreaking educational initiatives, cutting-edge emerging technologies, and large-scale eco-conscious events, we inspire and empower youth, youth who take ownership of their impact on the planet, society, and each other.
By merging innovation, community action, and cultural influence, we make sustainability a mainstream trend, turning responsible living into a powerful global movement.
TAFU is not just a charity.
TAFU is a catalyst for a natural change, shaping a world where accountability drives progress where every action and every good deed counts.
Vision Statement
TAFU envisions a world where personal accountability sparks sustainable progress. We empower youth through transformative education, innovative technology, and global events. Our vision is a legacy of responsible change for a thriving planet and happy people.
Our World, Our Responsibility
TAFU is a nature conservation organisation that aims to raise awareness about the importance of personal responsibility and action in preserving the environment. The organisation was founded in May 2021 by Nika Underwood, then a 13-year-old girl who believes it is time to move from discussing and supporting environmental issues to taking action.
TAFU does not fundraise or sell anything but instead focuses on hands-on global projects. It spreads awareness through events such as international concerts and clean-ups, held every first weekend of the month, conducting interviews with scientists and activists, teen photography competition, researching nature topics. TAFU also encourages personal exploration, and generally trying to show young people a sustainable way of living can be fun and very interesting.
In addition, TAFU has produced a web app, Eco Patrol, which allows individuals to report illegal rubbish dumps and polluted areas. TAFU also offers environmental education programs in schools and youth centres, webinars on various topics such as pollution and climate change, and information about the importance of certain animal species in ecosystems. TAFU also focuses on wildfire awareness, particularly the threat of human-made fires on ecosystems and animal habitats. All are welcome to join and support TAFU’s efforts in preserving nature and addressing environmental issues.
We invite you to join us in our efforts to change how we live, think, and behave. It is our shared responsibility to take care of our planet, and we welcome any ideas, questions, contributions, and actions that can help us make a positive impact. If you are interested in getting involved, we are looking for country representatives, volunteers, projects, and ideas. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us and join our cause. Together, we can make a difference. OUR WORLD IS OUR RESPONSIBILITY!
Building a Better Tomorrow, Together
Let’s keep it wonderful!
Our Partners
Founded in 1957, the British Computer Society (BCS) serves as a professional body for IT and computing professionals across the UK and globally. It promotes computing education and advocates for the beneficial role of technology in society. BCS supports student chapters in universities, engages in public policy discussions, and champions diversity and sustainability within the IT sector. Through publications, events, and networking opportunities, BCS fosters community and innovation among its members, striving to advance technology for the greater good.
Located in the heart of England, the University of Bedfordshire has a rich history dating back to 1882 and gained university status in 1993. Known for its pioneering research and diverse academic programs, it supports a vibrant, multicultural student community. The university excels in environmental and ethical performance, promoting an inclusive learning environment that inspires students to achieve their educational and personal goals. The University of Bedfordshire has also ranked third in the Green League!
Ed-Heads is an innovative online education platform committed to making learning accessible and impactful. By partnering with TAFU, Ed-Heads is helping support our mission and goals. Through their generous initiative, a portion of payments made by students who use the TAFU40 code will be donated to TAFU, allowing us to expand our efforts and reach even more communities, find out more here. Together, we’re making education a powerful tool for change.
Luton AI is dedicated to advancing AI innovation and education with a focus on responsible development. Our collaboration works to align their work with ethics, sustainability, and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We help integrate ethical AI principles, promote sustainable practices, and develop ethical and responsible AI courses. Together, we’re shaping AI that benefits society and the planet.
Radio LaB is an award-winning radio station run by students. Radio LaB broadcasts a variety of shows, from specialist from music shows to light entertainment, and from news programmes to discussions about emerging technologies, throughout Luton and Bedfordshire from the University of Bedfordshire’s Luton campus.
The BCS UoB Student Chapter is a group of students who work together to organise fun, interesting, and career-aiding events for all students at the University of Bedfordshire. All the events have something to do with computing. Despite this, the chapter aims to have various diverse events that cross multiple fields and are interesting for more students than just those studying computing.
Emelin is an excellent young French teen photographer (17) who has been passionate about nature ever since he was a child. He was always attracted to animals of all kinds. He finds himself lucky, living in Ardèche, amongst chestnut forests, streams and meadows. At the age of 12 he got his first camera as a present. Taking photos of small animals and nature surrounding his home.
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For Earth Day 2023, we need to act (boldly), innovate (broadly), and implement (equitably). Businesses, governments, and citizens — everyone accounted for, and everyone accountable. A partnership for the planet.
The Seal Research Trust (aka Cornwall Seal Group Research Trust) is a multi-award winning, evidence-based marine conservation charity. What we do really works. We support seal conservation groups across the UK, as well a large network of active citizen scientists across SW communities, who routinely survey seals on their local patch. This gives seals a voice and enables us to protect them and their ocean home.
Danny is based in the UK and has been photographing the natural world for over thirty years. He travels to many parts of the world in search of images and has a passion for the colder climates. Danny’s work has been widely published around the world and he is represented by some of the leading picture libraries.
Sea’d is a small NPO who hopes to bring both large and small communities together. No matter the size of your efforts, it is all important as we wish to shed light and spread support for all those working together in creating a better future. We even help plant trees!
Our name is a tribute to our passion for everything from the land to all that is ultimately apart of our sea. ‘Seedy’, ‘Seed’ or just Sea with a d at the end a play on words but signifying the rooted connection nature has with everything, including us.
A goal that crosses borders and defies religious and cultural differences. World Cleanup Day is one of the biggest civic movements of our time, uniting 191 countries across the world for a cleaner planet. On that day volunteers and partners worldwide again came together, despite the special requirements and many restrictions of Covid-19, to rid our planet of trash – cleaning up litter and mismanaged waste from our beaches, rivers, forests, and streets
Marc Graf and Christine Sonvilla are professional filmmakers, photographers and authors both holding University degrees in Conservation Biology/Ecology and Marine Biology (Marc & Christine) as well German Studies (Christine). Their work has been published worldwide and has received several international awards.
