Title: Conserve Biodiversity while Creating Jobs

Summary: Political and economic actors might think preserving biodiversity and developing an economy are two notions that cannot easily coexist, let alone contribute to social integration. Scientists in South Africa, home to a unique political history and an immense biodiversity, successfully convinced politicians to launch a program that is removing invasive tree species while also helping restore water supplies, create jobs, and alleviate poverty. The Working for Water Program now has 300 projects nationwide.