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A rhino’s horn serves as their natural defence t

A rhino’s horn serves as their natural defence tool, but it often makes them a victim.⁣
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It aids their survival but it often leads to their death.⁣
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It makes them strong but at the same time makes them vulnerable.⁣
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Rhinos are cruelly targetted for their horns, which are used in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Rhino horn has no proven medicinal value.⁣
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Horns are being violently hacked off by poachers to feed the demand in some Asian countries, leaving behind young, fragile rhino calves. These calves have lost their mothers in the most brutal way imaginable. They’ve lost their way in life. Without organisations, such as @careforwild, rescuing rhinos in need, they’d face a very bleak and short-lived future. ⁣
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Two of our Black Bean Directors, @oli_caldow and @jamessuter, recently visited @careforwild whilst on assignment. The rhinos being cared for at @careforwild have been given a second chance at life, as they’re guided along their path to rehabilitation by the dedicated team, overcoming their trauma one step at a time.⁣
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We need to help where we can so that other species can survive and thrive on this planet with us. We don’t want to see a world without rhinos. To see how you can help, visit @careforwild.⁣
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Photo by @jamessuter

#rhinos #rhinoconservation #antipoaching #saynotopoaching #wildlifeconservation #conservation #careforwild #southafrica

August is Women’s Month in South Africa. ⁣ ⁣

August is Women’s Month in South Africa. ⁣
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On the 9th of August we commemorate a march that took place in 1956, where a group of incredibly brave women joined forces and marched to the Union Building in Pretoria, South Africa. They were protesting pass laws under the Apartheid regime that restricted the movement of women and further repressed them. ⁣
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To us, this month is about raising awareness around the challenges women are facing and celebrating the efforts of women who are fighting for change. In South Africa especially we have a long fight ahead of us in terms of gender equality, but it gives us hope for the next generation that so many remarkable women are taking a stand and using their voices to make a difference. ⁣
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Over the next month we will be sharing more about some of the challenges women and girls are currently experiencing, as well as the stories of women who are fighting to make a difference and empower other women, on our @the_matriarchs community - be sure to follow and engage, share these stories and join this community.

Image captured by @garyvanwykphotography

#filmsforchange #femaleempowerment #community #womens #womensupportingwomen #womensmonth

Anyone else feeling grateful for teamwork and the

Anyone else feeling grateful for teamwork and the people in their lives today?

We love our team and the work we do. We are working hard to keep moving through this global pandemic and are thankful for each and every person that has supported us. Each person plays a core role, and is part of a bigger whole. And we just want to say thank you, as we reflect back on what’s been a challenging year.

Also we love laughing - on the good days and the bad. Remember to laugh, and find joy and purpose in the work you do. It’s so important!

Photos by @garyvanwykphotography

#teamwork #spillthebeans #portraits #blackbean

“People who really want to make a difference in

“People who really want to make a difference in the world usually do it, in one way or another. And I’ve noticed something about people who make a difference in the world: They hold the unshakable conviction that individuals are extremely important, that every life matters. They get excited over one smile. They are willing to feed one stomach, educate one mind, and treat one wound. They aren’t determined to revolutionize the world all at once; they’re satisfied with small changes. Over time, though, the small changes add up. Sometimes they even transform cities and nations, and yes, the world.”⁣
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Words of wisdom that have always stuck with us - it may not always feel like your actions are having an impact or making a difference. It can often be overwhelming or frustrating that we can’t solve the challenges our world is currently facing, but this is an important reminder that every action matters.

Captured by @thatcapetownkid

#filmsforchange #change #humanityfirst #humanitarian #environment

World Ranger Day is around the corner. This day is

World Ranger Day is around the corner. This day is always an important reminder for us of all the incredible individuals that have devoted their lives to protecting some of the world’s most iconic species and the habitats in which they live. ⁣
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Moments like this one, captured on an assignment last year in Zimbabwe, are heartbreakingly rare. Sadly, so many of the species that form such an important part of our global ecosystem are under threat and at risk of disappearing. ⁣
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Thankfully, there are individuals who are determined not to let this happen. They are committed to protecting and conserving our wildlife and wilderness areas, and we look forward to sharing more about them soon.

Captured by @thatcapetownkid

#filmsforchange #rangers #worldrangerday #conservationmatters

There is nothing quite like an African sunset in t

There is nothing quite like an African sunset in the bushveld.

Photo by @jamessuter

We have been spending a lot of time in the Kensing

We have been spending a lot of time in the Kensington Refugee Camp, in South Africa working alongside the @kolisi_foundation.

We hope the content we share from here will inspire you to learn about the plight of refugees, share this knowledge with others and help in some small way.

We’ve been moved by the people we have met. They have faced so many challenges, and still face so many daily, yet they continue to persevere. It has been amazing to have them welcome us into their space and have them share their stories with us.

To help refugees - visit @unhcrsouthernafrica. Your support, be it your voice or a donation - counts.

Photo by our talented crew member @garyvanwykphotography

#everyactioncounts #blackbean #filmsforchange #refugeestories

This week we are on assignment at @careforwild - t

This week we are on assignment at @careforwild - the largest rhino orphanage in the world. Sadly, many rhino calves are left behind when their mothers are poached for their horns - and need to be rescued in order to survive. They cannot survive on their own at a young age. With the current and ongoing poaching crisis - it’s critical that we save every rhino we can and this team are dedicated to doing just that. If a rhino is orphaned in Kruger National Park, for example, where poaching continues to be an issue, the rhino is rescued and taken to @careforwild - where he / she will receive the best care and have a chance later on at life back in the wild - a life as close to ‘normal’ as possible.

Many rescued rhino orphans still do not make it - losing their mother is incredibly traumatic and it takes experienced individuals to keep these rhino orphans alive and give them the nurturing that they so desperately need. It’s challenging work, and we are so grateful for Petronel (pictured here) and her team and their dedication to this cause.

Photo by @jamessuter

#rhinos #rhinoorphan #saverhinos #conservationmatters #careforwild #blackbean

On Mandela Day, our crew (@oli_caldow and @thatcap

On Mandela Day, our crew (@oli_caldow and @thatcapetownkid) joined the @kolisi_foundation and Nelson Mandela’s former private secretary @zeldalagrangesa as they delivered 650 food parcels to people in and around Hermanus.⁣⁣⁣
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It was a pleasure to be part of this special day, documenting the generosity of the @kolisi_foundation and @zeldalagrangesa, and the appreciation of those receiving the parcels. We loved seeing the connection and kindness shared between people in South Africa and we hope that, as a country, we can always celebrate Nelson Mandela’s life and legacy, not only on Mandela Day but everyday. ⁣⁣⁣
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We can all make kindness part of our daily lives. Even a small gesture can have a positive impact on someone’s life.⁣⁣⁣
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Thank you to every person who helped another person on Mandela Day.⁣⁣⁣
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Photos by @thatcapetownkid⁣⁣
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#mandeladay #mandeladay2020 #strongertogether #southafrica

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