Wilder Communities

Real change happens when local people feel empowered and inspired to take action for nature. Our Wilder Communities team connects people, builds skills and supports communities to create lasting change for wildlife across Suffolk.

Suffolk is a county of nature-lovers and if we all come together - as towns, villages, schools, and workplaces - we can create a powerful network of nature-friendly communities all across Suffolk. From creating wildlife corridors and enhancing green spaces, to managing habitats and installing wildlife homes, there are actions everyone can take to make a wilder Suffolk in which our local wildlife can thrive.

Every community is different, but people everywhere want greener places to live and more space for wildlife. We work alongside local communities to help bring people together, identify opportunities for nature, and turn ideas into action. Whether it's improving a local green space, creating wildlife corridors, speaking up for nature in your neighbourhood or connecting with other community groups, we'll help you build support and make a lasting difference for people and wildlife.

Whether you're just starting out, looking to connect with others, or already part of a community group, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch to find out how we can support your ideas and help your community take action for nature. Contact the Wilder Communities team: wilder.communities@suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Has your community taken action for nature? We'd love to hear about it. By sharing your experiences, you could inspire others across Suffolk to start their own projects and become part of our growing network of communities taking action for wildlife. Share your story or register your interest in becoming a Wilder Community Hub: community.networks@suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Join a county-wide project

Some challenges are bigger than any one community. That's why we're developing county-wide projects that bring people together behind a shared goal for nature. Our first project will focus on making Suffolk a more hedgehog-friendly county, giving everyone simple ways to help one of our best-loved but increasingly threatened mammals.

Watch this space for the launch of our project, how to get involved, and for practical resources added soon.