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About Us

Council

The Society’s activities are directed and managed by an eight member Council which is member elected. The Council mainly deals with policy and ensuring that the Society’s programmes and finances operate in line with the constitution. Committees formed within the council are mandated to manage particular operations (e.g. conservation, education).

Head Office Staff

The Executive Director of the Society, based at the head offices in Kirstenbosch, carries out the mandate of the society and reports to the council on a regular basis. Head Office also comprises a small staff component to assist the Executive Director, as well as carry out administrative functions of the society.Other support staff include conservationists, and administrative support for the society's Northern based branches

Branches

The branches operate under the society's constitution and report to the Executive Director. Branches are formed around the country by members volunteering to drive local activities in support of the mission and objectives of the Society.Each branch has a committee includes the position of a Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer and Secretary.