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Development and implementation of primate conservation education programs.   C.M. CHAMBERS and S. EVANS. DuMond Conservancy, 14805 SW 216th St, Miami, FL 33170.  Most nonhuman primates live in tropical, developing countries and often compete with humans for resources. They may be hunted for food and forest habitats are being clear cut.  Due to human impact, one in three primate species is endangered. Effective conservation efforts must include educating local communities about adjacent forest inhabitants. Programs targeting children are most important, because as adults they will decide the fate of these animals.  Children also educate their parents, and other family and community members. We have created a conservation education kit containing posters, activity sheets, toys and board game for distribution to schools in habitat countries.  We know that by helping local youth to understand the value and significance of their nonhuman primate neighbors, we help protect and preserve them and their habitats.