Michael Jurua may have graduated only a few years ago, but he’s already making a significant impact in geospatial conservation—earning recognition both in Uganda and internationally.
Hills Wildlife Sanctuary is led by Sanctuary Manager and Director Ben Dessen, who is a passionate conservationist, wildlife advocate, author and educator.
“Is it love to possess and restrict other beings?” The question comes from Juliana Ferreira, Executive Director of Freeland South America, and it is not rhetorical. It is an invitation to rethink how we relate to wildlife, consumption, and conservation itself. “Demand is born from the desire to have, to own,” Juliana explains. “Since childhood, we’re
Find and secure conservation volunteering and internships that fit your goals – no matter your background, budget or career stage. Course Outline Conservation experience, like volunteer and internships, can open career doors and change lives – but finding the right opportunity can feel overwhelming, competitive or costly. In just a few hours we’ll guide you
Growing up in Bahrain, a small island nation in the Middle East, Alexandria first fell in love with animals through frequent vet visits with the family cats. Wildlife is rare in the desert landscape of Bahrain, so childhood dreams centred on one day running a big family farm. After finishing school locally, she headed west
In his new documentary project, Attenborough’s Animals: An Accessible Adventure, Ryan Eddowes is on a mission to search the globe for the over 40 lifeforms named in honour of Sir David Attenborough. As Ryan was born with bilateral clubfoot (talipes) and recently recovered from a below-knee amputation, his project is unique in that it not
Mya Bambrick is a rising force in UK conservation – an award-winning wildlife conservationist, filmmaker and writer, who’s turning heads and winning hearts. At just 23, she’s out in the field working for the Birds of Poole Harbour charity in the UK, leading wildlife experiences, school’s education programmes and public events. Her aim? To spark
Who is Tintswalo Mukhari? She’s not a scientist or politician; she’s a high school student from St Catherine’s Convent in South Africa who is proving that youth can drive real environmental change. What is she doing? Together with her co-captain, Lesedi Kgarimetsa, Tintswalo leads the True Blue Recycling Club, a school-based initiative turning everyday waste
How rewilding is helping nature and people thrive in Portugal and beyond, with our Rewilding Expert in Residence, Pedro Ribeiro. If you’ve ever wondered what rewilding really means – or what it takes to make it happen on the ground – this episode is for you. We’re joined by Pedro Ribeiro, our Rewilding Expert in
Dr Marisa Tellez knew from a young age that she was destined to work with the world’s apex predators—particularly crocodiles. While her peers played with dolls, she immersed herself in books, documentaries, and wildlife centres, determined to one day turn her fascination into action. In this episode, we sit down with Dr Tellez, Executive Director
What happens when you stop fearing sharks — and start listening to them? In this inspiring episode, we dive into the extraordinary world of Cristina Zenato – a trailblazing shark behaviourist, cave explorer, and professional diver who has spent over three decades in the Bahamas. As Founder of the non-profit People of the Water, Cristina has
What can three decades in one wild place teach us about conservation? In this episode, we sit down with Craig Ralston – Natural England Senior Reserve Manager at Yorkshire’s Lower Derwent Valley National Nature Reserve – to explore his remarkable 30-year journey of restoring landscapes, inspiring communities, and navigating change. Craig shares his reflections on the
Can a primary (elementary) school teacher be a conservationist? It wasn’t a question on Edd Moore’s mind when he first took his job as a freshly qualified teacher, trained in sport science. However, having soon decided to create a school garden, he continued along this unexpected path and transformed his campus from an ‘eco’ blank
Molly Fairclough, an outdoor enthusiast and nature advocate, currently works as a Coastal Project Officer at the Vale of Glamorgan Council in South Wales. To learn more about her people- and place-centred conservation journey, read Swimming in home waters: Conservation starts at home. In this article, we will cover Molly’s ambition to make conservation a
How One Caribbean Biologist is Shaping the Future of Conservation From Cambridge to the Tropics. In this episode of the Conservation Careers Podcast, we speak with Dr Howard Nelson—Lecturer in Conservation Leadership at Fauna & Flora International and the University of Cambridge. Howard brings over 30 years of experience across the Caribbean and the UK,
How Nick Bubb Combines Fundraising, Empowerment, and a Life of Adventure to Guide One of Africa’s Leading Conservation Charities, Tusk. What’s it like to lead one of Africa’s most influential conservation charities? How do you support grassroots leaders across a continent while balancing fundraising, strategy, and your own wellbeing? And how can a mid-career pivot
How aspiring and mid-career conservationists can land their dream roles and make a real impact, with Dr Nick Askew. What does it really take to build a meaningful, impactful career in conservation – and how can we better support the next generation of conservationists to succeed? Our very own Director, Dr Nick Askew, joins as
Megan Miller is a graduate student at Colorado State University Pueblo, in the United States and has been on the seasonal fieldwork circuit (jumping from short-term contract to seasonal role to volunteer experience and back again) for many years. As a passionate bird lover from a young age, Megan has pursued bird-related experiences. She has
For Nathalie Gil, President and CEO of Sea Shepherd Brazil, life has been a journey of profound transformations. From a corporate career advising global giants like Nestlé and Shell to leading conservation campaigns that save marine species, her story is one of courage, passion and redefining success. This is not just a tale of career
Lessons From Four Decades of BirdLife International: Richard Grimmett on Conservation Success and Challenges. How does a passion for birds turn into a lifelong career in global conservation? And what can four decades of experience teach us about the evolution of biodiversity efforts? Today’s guest is Richard Grimmett, Senior Conservation Adviser at BirdLife International, where
How can we restore biodiversity while balancing the needs of people and wildlife? And what can large carnivores teach us about coexistence and environmental harmony? Today’s guest is Jonny Hanson, environmental social scientist, conservationist, and author of Living with Lynx: Sharing Landscapes with Big Cats, Wolves, and Bears. Jonny brings a unique perspective to conservation,
How do you transform landscapes, restore biodiversity and reconnect people with nature – all at scale? And what does it take to build a pioneering conservation initiative from scratch? Today’s guest is Frans Schepers, co-founder and Executive Director of Rewilding Europe. Frans has dedicated over a decade to leading rewilding efforts across Europe, turning ambitious
Today’s guest is Sir William Worsley, Chair of the Forestry Commission (England). Sir William shares his rich experience in forestry management, conservation, and the evolving mission of the Forestry Commission since its founding in 1919. In our chat, we discuss the Commission’s role in afforestation, timber production and wildlife conservation, and the importance of balanced
What does it take to lead one of the world’s largest conservation organisations through a time when 41% of UK species are in decline? And how can today’s conservation leaders inspire millions to fight for biodiversity? Today’s guest, Beccy Speight, CEO of the RSPB, offers her insights into what it takes to manage over 1.2
Have you ever looked back on your life and wondered how you ended up where you are now? You too? Join Charlotte Daniels, then! Charlotte is a Primatologist based in Nairobi, Kenya. She currently works as a United Nations Volunteer for the UN Environment Programme, working on the Vanishing Treasures project and supporting the Secretariat
What can Coca-Cola teach us about how to better save wildlife, in Australia and beyond? And why should more governments set up charitable foundations to protect their national parks and threatened wildlife? We discuss these and many other issues with today’s inspiring guest – David Goldman. David is the Chief Marketing and Revenue Officer at
Conservation organizations are a big puzzle. Every piece, whether it is a department, board of directors, staff, or volunteer, has a role to play in the big picture. But, as a young staff member, what is the best way to discover new roles within your organisation? For Gui Proença, Associate Director of Development at Loggerhead
How passionate individuals can transform their careers and save wildlife, with our guest Greg Cummings. How can someone transition from being a bartender in London to leading an organisation helping to protect Gorillas – one of the most charismatic species on the planet? And how can they raise millions of dollars in the process –
How can corporate professionals contribute to conservation efforts? What skills can they bring from the boardrooms of the private sector to help wildlife charities specifically to develop and grow? These are some of the topics we discuss with today’s guest Raoul Bollen. Raoul has been on a career journey from the corporate sector, from leading
“Young people are the future, their voices must be heard” We spoke with the Head of Youth Engagement at the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), Jack Abrey, as well as two of their incredible Youth Ambassadors: Aoife and Will. In the interview, we discussed how crucial it is to raise the voices of young
