The African International Documentary Festival Foundation (AFIDFF) and its partners call on environmental enthusiasts, cultural ambassadors, and global changemakers to join the 2025 UNESCO World Heritage Volunteers (WHV) Initiative at Gashaka Gumti National Park and the Mambila Plateau in Taraba State, Nigeria. The event is scheduled for 28th September – 7th October 2025.

The theme for this year's initiative is “Working on the Future.” This unique opportunity allows you to contribute to the preservation of one of Nigeria’s most treasured national monuments while experiencing the rich cultural heritage of the Mambila Plateau.

Be part of a life-changing experience to protect Nigeria’s natural treasures, work with remote communities, and contribute to the global campaign for World Heritage recognition.

Let’s sustain heritage, together.