As we travel and interact with different peoples, we can have a negative effect on the environment or on society in general. This is why we try to respect some principles when travelling, as well as in our daily lives.

— Respect for human and children’s rights —

We refuse activities or purchases involving child labour or the exploitation of human beings. Although this principle might seem obvious, it often occurs in invisible ways or in acts that are apparently benign (children helping their parents, unpaid employees, begging,…). 

In the case of begging, we prefer donations to NGOs or associations that support people in need and provide access to education, rather than giving directly to beggars in order to avoid the often unsuspected negative repercussions (exploitation, vulnerability, disruption of education, delinquency, etc.).

— Respect for animals —

We place a lot of emphasis on respect for animals in our activities and purchases. We refuse all activities involving the captivity or taming of wild animals and we are careful not to be intrusive when observing them in their natural environment. We also refuse activities that attract wildlife through food (or smell), greatly preferring to observe the animals’ natural behaviour. 

— Choice of transportation —

In order to limit greenhouse gas emissions, we favour public transport and minimize air travel. When we hire a vehicle or take a flight, we apply the principle of carbon compensation.

— Choice of food —

We minimize our consumption of meat and fish and adapt to the natural resources of the countries in which we are located. So we try to eat local food as much as possible.

To reduce the use of plastic (widely used in excess!), we use our own canvas bags for our purchases as well as our flasks for water. When tap water is not drinkable, it is often possible to buy it directly from water fountains rather than in bottles.

— Choice of activities —

Again, we try to favour the local aspect in our choice of activities. Tourism can contribute to the economic development of a country or region provided that this money does not fill the pockets of mainly foreign investors. Encouraging local structures is a way of contributing to a region’s economic development but also to the enhancement of cultural and natural heritage and thus in its protection for future generations.

— Choice of associations —

For our video reports, we focus on people or NGOs who share the same values as us. Of course, we remain open-minded and are willing to hear different points of view as was the case, for example, with hunting in Namibia. 

Even if we are not investigators, we always share the work of associations that we believe to be interesting and beneficial for all.

— Copyright —

We mostly use our own photos and videos. The other photos/videos and music on this site always respect copyright laws. If you wish to use an image and/or video, do not hesitate to contact us.

— Translation —

This English translation has been possible thanks to the PerMondo project: Free translation of website and documents for non-profit organisations. A project managed by Mondo Agit