Become an EcoWB Volunteer

      Positive change happens when great minds come together.

Volunteers are the heart and soul of EcoWB. Our dedicated network of 800+ international volunteers consist of passionate individuals with a desire to use their knowledge and skills as a force for good.  They are ecologists, biologists, foresters, water resource engineers, hydrologists, planners, GIS specialists, professionals in watershed management, planning, policy, and environmental and natural resource law and more. We also have a vibrant team of volunteers from diverse fields such as fundraising, education, finance, media, marketing, community outreach, program development, and beyond, who provide the knowledge and experience necessary for EcoWB to succeed as a nonprofit, volunteer-run organization.

Joining EcoWB as a volunteer is a powerful way to make a real impact on environmental conservation and social responsibility. When you sign up, you become part of a world-class community of passionate change-makers. You'll have the chance to directly engage in meaningful projects that support communities, protect our planet's natural resources, and champion sustainability.

Whether you can spare a few hours a month or commit to full-time volunteering, your contribution is invaluable to us. Most of our volunteers work remotely from locations all over the world, allowing them to make a meaningful impact without necessarily having to travel to a project site to make a difference. Our aim is to seamlessly match your time and expertise with the projects and teams that need your assistance the most. Your support helps drive our mission forward, no matter where you are.

Your involvement can support crucial initiatives, raise awareness about pressing environmental issues, and foster a global community dedicated to sustainability for future generations. At EcoWB, our policies, programs, and treatment of people reflect our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive social system. Become a part of something truly transformative, sign up to volunteer today and help shape a better future for all!



   Register to volunteer today and be a force for positive change.

Bill is a Canadian fisheries biologist who volunteered to help conduct nearshore surveys of several remote beaches along the Pacific and Gulf of California coasts of Baja California in 2023.  The reconnaissance-level surveys were meant to determine the feasibility of removing abandoned or lost fishing gear, similar to EcoWB’s Plastic Road project and patterned after the successful ghost fishing gear retrieval and disposal project currently being led by our partner, Fundación Hagamos Más por Santa Rosalía, in the Municipality of Mulegé, BCS.  In addition to visiting several temporary fishing camps in Baja California Sur, Bill and other EcoWB volunteers participated in snorkel surveys that involved being towed behind by a panga while scouting for underwater debris.

“The fieldwork, though challenging, was almost too enjoyable to be called work. I’d wanted to volunteer to work on an EcoWB project for a long time. My professional background aligned well with the project’s needs, so I felt like my knowledge and talents were put to good use. If you’re thinking of volunteering, don’t wait.”

Liann, a Taiwanese-American researcher earning her Master's in Sustainability & Disaster Management, brings her expertise in rural community resilience to her volunteer work with EcoWB. Liann oversees the organization's quarterly project evaluation process, coordinates and analyzes webform updates between project coordinators and committees, and manages our archival system. She has found great fulfilment in her volunteer projects, which include building social development and equity indicators into EcoWB's project assessments, updating the organization’s Volunteer Handbook, and mapping out a formal project management overview with EcoWB Project Managers.  Liann’s passion, work ethic, and diverse abilities make her a valuable asset to the EcoWB team.

“I chose EcoWB because despite its focus on “ecologists”, the organization comprises and provides space for people from every possible sector. I love that I’ve had the chance to apply my humanities and media background to support EcoWB’s conservation and community-focused mission. From the start, it has felt like joining a family of dedicated, well-meaning individuals.”

Originally from Nepal, I am a permanent resident of the United States where I work as a biostatistician for the Yakama Nation, which comprises 14 Native American tribes and bands in the State of Washington. I learned about EcoWB and its work at the American Fisheries Society annual meeting in 2015.  I was profoundly impressed by their commitment to protecting natural resources and advancing grassroots sustainable development. Having grown up in a culture that has profound passion and respect for the natural world, I eagerly reached out to EcoWB.  After a series of interviews, I was fortunate to be able to volunteer and, starting in 2016, join the EcoWB Board of Directors.  It has been an immense privilege contributing to EcoWB's global efforts in natural resources management and conservation.  As the manager of the Nepal Wildlife Conservation Project, I've witnessed firsthand the tangible benefits of our work on local communities and ecosystems.  I've also learned how to address challenges such as funding and project implementation through community engagement.

“It is my privilege to work alongside a team of dedicated volunteers and professionals who share a common vision, as this collaborative spirit fosters innovation and drives meaningful change.  I intend to dedicate myself to EcoWB and its mission for as long as I am able.  I hope you, too, will consider volunteering in some capacity; you won’t be disappointed.”