Webinar | Communications That Change Conservation
Communications is one of the most powerful – and most overlooked – skills in conservation.
In this webinar, you will discover why strong communication is essential for modern conservation work. We explore real examples from successful campaigns and highlight the communications skills that conservation employers value most.
During this training, you will:
- Learn why communications skills are critical for conservation impact and employability
- Challenge common myths that prevent conservationists from engaging with communications
- Explore real examples of successful conservation campaigns
- Discover the most in-demand communications skills – and how to develop them
- Ask your questions directly to experienced conservation communicators
Is this training right for you?
You do not need a communications background to attend. This session is designed for aspiring conservationists, early-career professionals, and experienced practitioners who want to strengthen their impact and career prospects.
Meet your trainers
Dr Nick Askew
Nick is the Founder and Director of Conservation Careers and holds a PhD in the behavioural ecology of Barn Owls. He is also a member of the International Coaching Federation.
Over the past 20 years, Nick has worked across the academic, public, private, charity, and enterprise sectors, raising over £2.5 million for conservation projects across 120 countries. He has more than a decade of experience in professional communications and marketing within the conservation sector, including leading global communications for BirdLife International – the world’s largest conservation partnership.
Nick is passionate about helping conservationists communicate more effectively, increase their impact, and strengthen their employability.
Lloyd Gofton
Lloyd is Conservation Careers’ Communications Expert in Residence and brings over 25 years of experience across agency and conservation communications.
He has worked in public relations, digital marketing, content marketing, social media, and communications strategy with organisations including WWF, Greenpeace, RSPCA, Médecins Sans Frontières, O2, Samsung, and Honda.
In 2006, Lloyd founded the communications agency Liberate Media, pioneering integrated PR, social media, and content marketing campaigns across the UK, Europe, Africa, Asia, and beyond.
Since 2019, he has focused his work on conservation and animal welfare, supporting organisations such as World Animal Protection, Cheetah Conservation Fund, and Wildlife Heritage Areas. He is also a Director of two marine conservation charities – Sussex Dolphin Project and Blue Planet Society.
Watch the webinar
Continue your learning
If you would like to deepen your skills after the webinar, explore:
Certificate in Conservation Communications – https://www.conservation-careers.com/communications/
Certificate in Conservation Communications Strategy (Advanced) – https://www.conservation-careers.com/communications-strategy/