Where Impact Starts Young

The Global Footprint of Youth Action in Our Latest Impact Report

We’ve released our 2025 Impact Report, which outlines significant measures in education, environmental conservation, and community development.

The report reflects more than two decades of purpose-driven impact, including over 413,000 hours in 2023 and 2024 of hands-on project work contributed globally, and details the work across education, environmental restoration, and community development, efforts that align closely with global sustainability goals and regional youth development strategies.

As UK schools place increasing emphasis on sustainability, climate literacy and global citizenship, our experiential learning model offers a powerful way to bring these priorities to life. Through structured, overseas expeditions grounded in ethical community partnerships, students are empowered to engage directly with real-world development challenges, from biodiversity loss and climate adaptation to access to clean water and inclusive education. These experiences support the aims of the Department for Education’s Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy, and align with growing efforts to embed the UN Sustainable Development Goals into UK curriculums.

Sharon Palmer, Managing Director for the UK and Middle East, said: “This report is more than a snapshot. It reflects the scale of what’s possible when education, sustainability, and community impact come together. Whether it’s building classrooms, restoring ecosystems, or sparking global awareness in young people, our goal is long-term, systemic change. We want this report to show what responsible, purpose-led travel can achieve and invite others to help us take it further.”

Educational Projects

The 2025 report highlights strong progress across our pillars of impact. Between 2023 and 2024, the number of completed humanitarian, conservation and infrastructure projects increased from 541 to 669 with expanded reach across Latin America, East Africa and Southeast Asia. Education remains a cornerstone of Camps’ mission. Over the past year, an additional 53 classrooms were improved, benefitting thousands of children through improved access to safe, equipped learning environments. The cumulative total now includes over 310 classrooms and 146 upgraded school facilities provided to support quality learning.

Environmental Protection

Environmental protection initiatives also accelerated during the reporting period. Tree-planting efforts surpassed the one million milestone, while marine conservation programmes removed more than 23 tonnes of marine refuse from over 100 miles of coastline. Across our destinations, we now support the protection of more than 250,000 acres of critical wildlife habitat in some of the world’s most fragile ecosystems. This includes the installation of 22 Lion Lights systems around Nairobi National Park in Kenya, a solar-powered deterrent initiative that reduces livestock loss by up to 90% and helps minimise conflict between local communities and predators.

Community Health and Infrastructure

In addition to education and environmental outcomes, the report tracks impact on community health and infrastructure. More than 353 sanitation facilities and 39 community kitchens have been built to improve hygiene and nutrition. Seven medical centres have been supported across five countries, providing vital healthcare access to underserved populations. Meanwhile, sustainable livelihood initiatives ranging from livestock health interventions to micro-enterprise projects continue to empower families with practical tools for income generation and food security.

The 2025 Impact Report underscores our commitment to equipping young people with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to navigate an increasingly complex world. By combining education with ethical, community-led impact, the organisation supports national priorities while inspiring the next generation to lead with purpose. Read our latest Impact Report in full.