Akashinga, Inc, formerly known as the International Anti-Poaching Foundation (IAPF), is an innovative conservation organization founded in 2009 by Damien Mander. Based in Zimbabwe, Akashinga focuses on empowering women and local communities to lead conservation efforts, reflecting its mission through its name, which means 'the Brave Ones' in Shona. The organization aims to transform traditional conservation practices by fostering local development, advancing women's leadership, and creating sustainable, nature-based economies. By collaborating with indigenous communities, Akashinga works to protect biodiversity, combat climate change, and build resilient ecosystems where both wildlife and people can thrive.