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THE ECO-EDUCATORS

COACHING CONSERVATION – Branding for Wildlife Education (CC) is a children’s environmental education program with extensive reach throughout Botswana and South Africa. With a focus on developing empathy for wildlife and wild habitats to motivate concern for threatened species and affect attitudinal and behavioural change, CC’s ‘Learning from Wildlife’ model inspires the protection of animals by harnessing kids’ natural enthusiasm for sports and play. The animals they aim to protect are introduced as ‘Wildlife Mentors’ possessing highly developed, learned skills and strategies that help them thrive and be resilient, just like elite athletes. Over the past decade, CC has evolved into a holistic, values-based programme inspiring kids to care about themselves, each other and the natural world around them. Over 80,000 children and 124 schools have participated in a CC program.

Our Work Included:

  • Brand strategy & positioning

  • Logo & visual identity design

  • Educational materials & character development

  • Messaging and communication tools

  • Donor engagement assets

With roots in conservation storytelling, we helped Coaching Conservation build a brand that inspires action, connection, and long-term support.

Kids play a Coaching Conservation game designed to teach empathy for wildlife. A fun, age-inclusive program supported by web, learning, and training materials.

DESIGN CHALLENGE: To create an educational program that is high-engaging and fun, easily comprehensive across a range of age groups and helps to build awareness for the Coaching Conservation brand. Design work includes web design and all learning, training and evaluation materials for kids, coaches and program trainees.

BRAND POSITIONING AND IDENTITY |  DESIGN + STYLE GUIDE

KIDS' LEARNING BOOKS |  DESIGN + ILLUSTRATION

Colorful illustrated vulture by Charles Bongers for Coaching Conservation’s wildlife series teaches kids how vultures keep ecosystems clean and balanced.
An African vultures designed & illustrated by Charles Bongers for Coaching Conservation, teaching kids about species roles, threats, and conservation.
Illustrated rhino by Charles Bongers for Coaching Conservation’s “Rhino Rap” teaches kids how rhinos defend nature and why protecting them matters.
Charles Bongers + Co | COACHING COSERVATION RHINO SPREAD
Illustrated leopard by Charles Bongers for Coaching Conservation’s “Tree Huggers” series teaches kids how leopards thrive in trees and why they matter.
Illustrated by Charles Bongers, this Coaching Conservation cover teaches kids about elephants—gentle giants who shape habitats and protect their herds.
Illustrated by Charles Bongers, this Coaching Conservation guide introduces Africa’s diverse herbivores—each vital to ecosystem balance and biodiversity.
Illustrated by Charles Bongers, this Coaching Conservation guide highlights the zebra—nature’s trailblazer—teaching kids about leadership and resilience.
Illustrated by Charles Bongers, this Coaching Conservation title spotlights African wild dogs, teaching kids teamwork, empathy, and the power of collaboration.
Illustrated by Charles Bongers, this Coaching Conservation book celebrates baboons—teaching kids problem-solving, communication, and the power of curiosity.

COACHES'S GUIDEBOOKS |  DESIGN + ILLUSTRATION

Coach's guidebook designed and illustrated by Charles Bongers for Coaching Conservation. Features wild dogs to teach teamwork, empathy, and group success.
School children explore wildlife education booklets from Coaching Conservation, learning about nature, teamwork, and environmental respect through illustrated guides.

COACHES' TEACHING TOOLS |  DESIGN + ILLUSTRATION

Educational flip chart teaching kids about African wild dogs—highlighting cooperation, pack behavior, and how these social animals care for one another.
Educational flip chart designed by Charles Bongers teaches kids about African wild dogs—their social nature, cooperation, and threats from climate change.

COACHES' TRAINING PROGRAM |  DESIGN

Coaching Conservation trains unemployed youth as coaches, empowering them to teach kids about wildlife while creating jobs and supporting SDG goals.
Shot by Jeroen van Rooijen
A playful, heart-centered visual created to inspire children to care about nature, animals, and the planet. Designed by Charles Bongers for educational outreach.

Coaching Conservation – Branding for Wildlife Education

At CB&Co Brand Design, we partnered with Coaching Conservation to shape a compelling brand communication for one of Africa’s most impactful wildlife education programs. Coaching Conservation uses sport to teach children the value of wildlife, empowering the next generation of environmental stewards.

We developed a visual identity system that connects emotionally with both children and international donors, grounded in playful, accessible design with a purpose-driven mission.

Our Work Included:

  • Brand strategy & positioning

  • Logo & visual identity design

  • Educational materials & character development

  • Messaging and communication tools

  • Donor engagement assets

With roots in conservation storytelling, we helped Coaching Conservation build a brand that inspires action, connection, and long-term support.

CB&Co specializes in strategic design for environmental NGOs, educators, and conservation leaders working to protect the planet through communication that resonates.

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