What if a hotel room could tell the story of Rwanda’s most iconic species?
What if writing about gorillas wasn’t just about science but impact, education, and income too?
A New Kind of Book, A New Kind of Author
The Kigali Paramount Hotel (KPH) has issued a Call for Proposals for the authorship of a scholarly, conservation-focused book on Rwanda’s Mountain Gorilla Ecosystem. Backed by a USD 40,000 grant, this book is set to become a flagship resource appearing in every guest room and on the hotel’s global platform. But this is more than just a hotel project.
It’s an invitation to create something meaningful
Why This Project Matters
The book will serve five key purposes:
- Educate readers on the biology, behavior, and habitat of mountain gorillas
- Highlight Rwanda’s conservation efforts and local community involvement
- Promote ecotourism and sustainable travel
- Document the history and challenges of gorilla protection
- Celebrate Rwanda’s biodiversity and cultural heritage
What Makes This Opportunity Unique?
This project offers:
- Grant funding of USD 40,000
- Milestone-based payments
- High visibility through hotel rooms and global guests
- Academic credibility with a peer-reviewed component
- A platform for impact—education, tourism, community engagement
Who Can Participate?
The call is open to:
- Academic scholars and researchers
- Conservationists, ecologists, natural history writers
- Interdisciplinary teams (science + culture + tourism)
- Women researchers are strongly encouraged to apply
The only requirement? A solid grasp of East African ecosystems and the ability to work independently in Rwanda.
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Responsibilities of Selected Author(s)
Successful applicants will be expected to:
- Conduct field visits, literature reviews, and interviews
- Create a scientifically accurate, engaging manuscript
- Prepare a final print-ready book
- Publish a peer-reviewed paper from the book content.
Key dates
- Deadline for proposal submission: 30th July 2025
- Maximum duration for research & writing: 5 months
- Email proposals to: gorillabook@kigaliparamounthotel.com
- Recipient: Chairperson, Kigali Paramount Hotel
For more details about the project, open the link below.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS TO WRITE A BOOK ON THE MOUNTAIN GORILLA ECOSYSTEM IN RWANDA
What to include in the proposal
Your proposal should include:
- CV(s) of all applicants
- A brief concept (2–3 pages)
- A methodology & timeline
All submissions must be sent via email before the deadline.
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