Keshav Jeev-Van Foundation

Environmental Education, Biodiversity Awareness and Wildlife Conservation Programmes for Schools and Colleges

Institutional programme proposal

Many Lives. One Living World.

About KJVF

Keshav Jeev-Van Foundation is a nonprofit organisation based in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, focused on environmental conservation, biodiversity awareness, ecological restoration, animal welfare and environmental education. KJVF is established under the Section 8 company framework in India.

Our programmes are designed to help students understand biodiversity, native flora and fauna, ecological relationships, wildlife conservation and responsible coexistence through guided field experiences, educational visits, expert interactions and school-based activities.

Vision and mission

Vision. An ecologically healthier world where biodiversity is understood and respected, ecosystems are given the opportunity to recover, and people live with greater responsibility towards other living beings.

Mission. To advance environmental understanding and responsible action through biodiversity education, ecological restoration awareness, animal welfare, nature-based learning and community participation.

Programme objectives

Develop awareness of biodiversity and ecological relationships.
Introduce students to native flora and fauna.
Encourage observation, curiosity and scientific questioning.
Explain the importance of habitats and ecosystem functioning.
Promote responsible behaviour around wildlife.
Introduce ecological restoration concepts.
Encourage compassion and environmental responsibility.
Create opportunities for direct interaction with knowledgeable practitioners.

The five programme categories

Outdoor Biodiversity and Forest Learning. Guided observation in a forest or biodiversity park, so participants can see for themselves how species and habitats depend on each other.
Wildlife and Biological Park Educational Visits. A structured visit to a biological park, with guided observation and worksheets that connect what students see to habitats and conservation.
Wildlife Rescue, Animal First Aid Awareness and Coexistence. A safety-first awareness session on how to respond when an animal is injured or a wild animal enters a neighbourhood: who to call, and why untrained handling harms people and animals.
Environmental Education Within Schools and Colleges. Lectures, discussions, quizzes, games and creative activities that bring ecological understanding into the classroom.

Public Biodiversity Walks and Nature Awareness is a separate, community-facing programme.

Learning outcomes

Through participation, students are expected to develop greater awareness of native flora and fauna, a clearer understanding of ecosystems and biodiversity, better observation and questioning skills, awareness of responsible wildlife response and coexistence, appreciation for forests, habitats and ecological restoration, opportunities to learn directly from conservation professionals, and greater interest in responsible environmental behaviour. Where appropriate, KJVF may use quizzes, observation sheets, student feedback and post-programme discussions to assess learning. A single visit is not expected to produce a measurable change in behaviour or in the ecosystem.

Suggested durations and settings

Programme	Main experience	Suggested duration	Typical setting
Outdoor Biodiversity and Forest Learning	Guided field exploration	Approx. 2–3 hours	Suitable natural area or biodiversity park
Wildlife and Biological Park Educational Visit	Structured wildlife observation and conservation learning	Around 3–4 hours	Approved biological park or suitable institution
Wildlife Rescue and Coexistence Awareness	Professional interaction and safety-focused learning	Approx. 1.5–3 hours	School, college or approved venue
Classroom Environmental Education	Presentations, discussion and quizzes	45–90 minutes	School or college
Interactive Nature Workshop	Activities, worksheets, quizzes and creative learning	Around 2–3 hours	Institution or suitable outdoor setting

All durations are indicative and subject to planning.

Planning procedure

The institution submits a programme enquiry.
KJVF discusses the learning objectives, age group and expected number of students.
Both sides identify a suitable venue and a tentative date.
Permissions, transport, external fees and safety requirements are reviewed.
The institution confirms teachers, supervision, consent and student requirements.
KJVF confirms the programme format and any available experts.
The final itinerary and practical instructions are shared.
The programme takes place, subject to final confirmation.
Feedback may be collected for future improvement.

Responsibilities of the institution

Nominate a coordinator for communication with KJVF.
Provide the number, age groups and relevant details of participants.
Arrange and supervise students through designated teachers or accompanying staff.
Coordinate transport and other institutional arrangements, where required.
Ensure students follow the instructions of teachers, experts, guides and authorised personnel.
Communicate any special requirements in advance.
Obtain any institutional consent or parent or guardian permissions required for participation.
Emergency contact information and applicable institutional procedures.
Compliance with venue rules.

Responsibilities of KJVF

Coordinate the proposed programme with the institution and help plan suitable learning activities.
Coordinate with experts and relevant authorities, subject to availability.
Communicate programme requirements and confirmed arrangements.
Provide educational guidance and facilitate interactive activities.
Share information about any applicable external charges before finalisation.
Learning activities and worksheets, where available.

Not every programme includes a forest officer, wildlife expert, printed materials, transport, insurance or equipment. These are confirmed per programme.

Fees and external costs

KJVF programme fee. KJVF does not charge schools or students a programme or facilitation fee for its environmental awareness activities.

External expenses. Official venue entry charges (government-managed parks and other destinations may have them), transportation, meals, materials or other third-party costs may apply depending on the programme. Schools may be asked to have students bring personal water bottles, lunchboxes for longer trips, or materials such as paper, pencils and colours. Any special material requirements are discussed in advance.

Educational concessions. KJVF may explore free or concessional entry with the relevant authority, but approval is entirely subject to that authority and cannot be guaranteed.

All applicable external costs are communicated to the institution before final confirmation.

Safety and safeguarding

Follow venue rules and approved routes, and stay with the assigned group.
Do not disturb, feed, chase, touch or collect wildlife.
Do not remove plants or other natural material without permission.
Dispose of waste responsibly and avoid single-use plastic wherever practicable.
Carry adequate drinking water, and tell a supervising adult if you feel unwell or notice a safety concern.
Follow weather and site-specific safety guidance.
Ensure appropriate adult supervision.
Use appropriate arrangements for younger students and students with accessibility requirements.
Obtain necessary consent for photographs and video.
Do not share children's personal information publicly.
Follow applicable child-safeguarding and institutional procedures.
Follow the directions of qualified professionals and authorised site staff.

Programme enquiries

Submit the enquiry form at https://kjvf.org/schools-and-colleges#enquire, or write to kjvf101@gmail.com.

Keshav Jeev-Van Foundation, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Telephone: +91 83850 50621

This proposal describes what KJVF may coordinate. It is not a contract or a confirmation of any programme, venue, date or expert.