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- Inspiring diverse environmental conservation through children´s literature. A case study in illustrationPublication . Carne, Matilda Elisabeth Bothwell; Passarinho, Hugo António Bernardo Santa BárbaraThis Dissertation explores how visual storytelling can address the underrepresentation of marginalised voices in frontline environmental conservation. Historically, local communities have been excluded from Western-influenced conservation, with women’s contributions especially overlooked (Tenouri, 2020). South African conservation is examined as a case study, where colonial-era perceptions of the environment remain shaped by race, gender, and power (Taylor, 2016). The lack of visible representation in environmental fields risks alienating children and limiting their aspirations to pursue conservation careers. The proposed solution involves creating a children’s illustrated book, narrated in first-hand accounts from members of a South African community engaged in conservation and illustrated with original artwork by the author. Central to this narrative are the Black Mambas, South Africa’s first all-female, community-based anti-poaching unit, who serve as powerful role models for young children from marginalised backgrounds. By sharing their stories, the book provides an authentic perspective on the impact of Black women in conservation, portraying characters who look like and come from the same communities as the intended readers. By focusing on a specific issue within a localized context, the aim is to inspire meaningful change at a community level, with the hope that these efforts can ripple outward to influence broader, global conversations around conservation and representation. The methodology combines immersive fieldwork with the Black Mambas and collaboration with community educators, members, and conservation experts to ensure cultural authenticity and educational value. This human-centred approach supports the co-construction of narratives that reflect lived experiences and strengthen the link between conservation and community identity. Potential outcomes include raising environmental awareness among young readers, increasing engagement with issues of gender and racial equity in conservation, and fostering community empowerment to enact social and ecological change. Ultimately, the project contributes to the field of Design and Visual Culture by demonstrating the transformative potential of children’s literature as a tool for social change. By translating complex narratives into accessible visual storytelling, it seeks to promote gender and racial equality in conservation and amplify the impact of inclusion within environmental movements for future generations.