I am Joel Francis and I am 16. I am currently fundraising for a chance to be part of an expedition to the Sabah region of Borneo which I am hoping to go on in the summer of 2019. The expedition will include volunteer work in one of the poorest parts of the island as well as education and assisting conservation work in the rainforests. Borneo is one of the last few remaining habits for many animals such as Orangutans, Rhinoceros', flying squirrels and pygmy elephants. The rapid deforestation, primarily due to the palm oil industry, is threatening villages, culture and a large array of endangered animals meaning conservation work in these areas is vital.