BEAN is being established as an interdisciplinary and multi-institutional network consisting of stakeholders (wildlife professionals, human development experts, government representatives, private industry personnel, academic experts, local community leadership and citizens etc.) who work collaboratively to raise awareness, focus attention, share information, analyze, evaluate and report on trends, and leverage resources to build local partnerships to implement grassroots solutions that directly address bushmeat exploitation problems affecting protected and surrounding areas in Eastern Africa.

BEAN Vision

A bushmeat-free eastern Africa through increased protection, alternatives, awareness and sustainable utilization of wild fauna to conserve the region's rich bio diversity for the benefit of present and future generations.

BEAN Goal

To reduce bushmeat offtake in and around key protected areas in eastern Africa through a network of organizations and individuals working collaboratively to mobilize resources, share information, set priorities, and apply solutions.