Ben Limburn

Vodafone World of Difference 2013 Winner Vodafone Foundation Mar 2013 In March 2013 I was employed for four months part-time at the Bournemouth Natural Science Society (BNSS) as a winner of the Vodafone World of Difference UK programme. This scheme invites applications from anyone who would like to receive paid employment for a charity of their choice over a 2 month (full-time) or 4 month (part-time) period. The Vodafone World of Difference UK programme is funded by the Vodafone Foundation, a registered charity. Since 2002, the Vodafone Foundation has contributed… Show more In March 2013 I was employed for four months part-time at the Bournemouth Natural Science Society (BNSS) as a winner of the Vodafone World of Difference UK programme. This scheme invites applications from anyone who would like to receive paid employment for a charity of their choice over a 2 month (full-time) or 4 month (part-time) period. The Vodafone World of Difference UK programme is funded by the Vodafone Foundation, a registered charity. Since 2002, the Vodafone Foundation has contributed over £200 million to charitable activities. The Vodafone Foundation is funded by annual contributions from Vodafone Group Plc and Vodafone UK. For full details visit the programme website: http://worldofdifference.vodafone.co.ukMy employment was targeted towards three key areas: promotion of the BNSS and its activities, fundraising and the organisation & preservation of the Society’s museum collections. Visit my blog for more details: http://worldofdifference.vodafone.co.uk/blogs/benjamin-limburn2012 Show less

Young Herpetologist of the Year 1995 British Herpetological Society May 1995 At age 15 I was involved in relocating reptile species from habitats damaged by fire or threatened by building development. I won this award for my efforts to raise public awareness of these issues in Dorset and by carrying out local conservation tasks.