Training a new generation of hedgehog ambassadors
The Hedgehog Program is a modular learning journey for anyone passionate about hedgehogs, tenrecs, and their relatives. Whether you’re a wildlife rehabilitator, educator, student or curious nature enthusiast, this program will guide you through the biology, ecology, care and conservation of these remarkable creatures.
Start with the basics, dive into specialist topics and earn certificates along the way. Learn at your own pace. Online, accesible and based on the latest science.
Because knowledge leads to care. And care leads to action.
Join the program. Make a difference.
Join our eLearning platform today!
Courses
Discover hands-on learning experiences to deepen your ecological knowledge.
About The Hedgehog Program
The Hedgehog Program is an initiative dedicated to education, conservation and connection, all centered around one remarkable creature: the hedgehog.
Born out of a deep respect for wild nature and a need for better public understanding, The Hedgehog Program offers both beginner and in-depth courses on hedgehogs, their close relatives and the ecosystems they depend on. Whether you’re a nature guide, educator, student or simply a curious soul, our program helps you build solid knowledge grounded in science and compassion.
Our mission
To nurture awareness, promote ethical interaction with wildlife and support species knowledge throug education.
Our scope
The Hedgehog Program spans across regions and disciplines: from hedgehog species in Europe to tenrecs in Madagascar and from captive care to field ecology.
What you’ll find
- Carefully crafted courses
- A growing knowledge library
- Illustrated identification aids
- Insights from biology, conservation and culture
“Every hedgehog deserves to be more than just a garden guest. We teach you how to truly see them.”
~ Judith Duinkerken.
News
Stay up to date with stories, research and reflections from our projects.
Useful resources
Whether you’re looking for practical tools, in-depth articles or visual inspiration, this space gathers everything to support your journey. In learning, in nature and in care.
About the program
Learn more about The Hedgehog Program’s vision and mission.
Knowledge Hub
Extensive articles about biology, ecology, hedgehogs and their relatives.
Hedgehog safety
Everything you need to create a hedgehog-friendly environment.
Get involved
Whether you join a field day, share your story or help spread the word, there are many ways to be part of our growing community. Your presence matters.
Examples of how you can get involed:
- Attend an event or workshop
- Volunteer in field research or citizen science
- Contribute to our blog by sharing your story
- Connect on social media
- Share resources with your network