Thirza Loffeld (She/Her)

WildHub Co-founder, WildHub Conservation Community
James Kaindu

project intern , Good Nature Agro

I am an Agronomist with good experience in production and crop protection. I am also a qualified project management personel and a well organized leader. among other services I offer, are Drip irrigation consultancy, post harvest consultancy and data management.
Walter Ogwai Ochieng

Project manager, consecration group c.e.o., Crescent island game sanctuary ... Walter's Wildlife Discussions Flora fauna biodiversity climate change

Aditi Rajan

Head of Communications and Outreach, Wildlife Conservation Society- India

Jacinta

Co-founder , Reptile Study Group Kenya

PRAVIN GIRI

Research Associate, Wildlife Research and Education Network

Flavia Manieri

WildHub Community Advocates Coordinator|Interdisciplinary Researcher, Uppsala University

Since July 2025, I have been serving as the Community Advocates Coordinator at WildHub, where I coordinate initiatives to engage, support, and empower our community advocates in advancing WH’s mission. Beyond WildHub, I wear a few different hats. I work as a researcher and lecturer in Sweden, teaching courses on environmental law, political and historical ecology, and disaster risk management. I also mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students, collaborate with faculty members, and contribute to ongoing research projects. I’m passionate about giving back through volunteer work. I support a few conservation and animal welfare organisations with research and advocacy to help drive positive change. When I’m not working, you’ll find me hiking forest trails with my dog or enjoying a good cup of coffee.
Terita Deare

Biodiversity Projects Officer, Plan Vivo Foundation

Ajay Immanuel Gonji

PhD Scholar, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University Delhi

I recently submitted my PhD thesis. I researched golden jackals (Canis aureus) in the urban woodlands of Delhi (India). Although primarily ecological, my research also draws from political ecology and animal geography. I also worked as a researcher at the Centre for Urban Ecology and Sustainability, Delhi (India), and have more than 7 years research/work experience. At the moment I am looking for job opportunities in the field of conservation science.
Anesu Florência Chivite

Conservation Storyteller, Karingani Game Reserve

I am a storyteller and conservation communicator based in Mozambique. With a background in psychology, political science, and education, I weave together human-centered narratives that reflect the complexities of conservation work on the ground. Formerly a homeschooling teacher in a remote game reserve, I now work across departments to spotlight untold stories, bridge cultures, and explore the emotional landscape of environmental work.
Arunima Singh

Independent freshwater turtle biologist, NA

Ana Gledis

student, National Administration of Protected Areas

I hold a postgraduate diploma from the University of Oxford, specializing in carnivore and human-wildlife research through WildCRU. My experience includes camera trapping and using AI for data analysis and species identification. I am actively seeking conservation job and research opportunities, as well as pursuing an MSc or PhD in conservation. I am passionate about becoming a conservation leader and am particularly interested in mentoring young people and women in the field.
Bernard Soi

Lecturer, Chuka University

Chandrasekaran Bala

Chief Executive Officer, FDCM Gorewada Zoo Limited

I am a member of the Indian Forest Service, currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer with the Government of Maharashtra. In this role, I oversee zoo establishment and operations and manage conservation breeding programs, all aimed at advancing wildlife conservation and enhancing the management of zoological facilities. Additionally, I have experience in handling human-animal conflicts, establishing ecotourism sites, and carrying out ecosystem restoration activities, including plantations and soil and moisture conservation projects. My work is driven by a commitment to promoting sustainable practices and protecting biodiversity in the region.
Jerry NKENKU

Research Assistant, University of Kinshasa

T'Noya Thompson

Owner, Consultant, Wild Spark Consulting

Born and raised in The Bahamas, I cultivated a profound affinity for the ocean, inspiring my career trajectory from an early age. I have had the opportunity to volunteer and work with many diverse organizations and communities throughout my 25-year career. Currently, I am a Ph.D. candidate studying organizational leadership at Southeastern University. Additionally, I am the proprietor of Wild Spark Consulting, a consulting business dedicated to igniting and cultivating leadership. Furthermore, I am honored to serve as a Coexistence Fellow with the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. I am privileged to contribute my expertise as a Vermilion Sea Institute and Ecology Project International board member. I serve on the advisory council for A Rocha USA and Ecochallenge.org. My academic credentials consist of a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology and a Master of Arts in Biology obtained through the Global Field Program of Miami University. A few of my favorite things are growing in my faith, spending time with beautiful family, traveling the world, dancing to good music, and making new friends!
Ngulinzira Japhet DANIEL

Project cordinator , Foundation for Better Future

I am deeply committed to empowering rural communities through education, environmental sustainability, and entrepreneurship. My expertise lies in public service, with over 15 years of experience across various sectors including education, health systems monitoring, and agriculture. 
Mary Nemasira

Senior Grants Officer, Maasai Mara

Grants Management Specialist with over 9 years of expertise in integrating impact finance into conservation efforts. Adept at strategically managing conservation funds, ensuring rigorous compliance with donor requirements, and fostering accountable partnerships with local organizations to drive sustainable environmental outcomes. Skilled in aligning financial operations with conservation goals, maximizing the impact of investments, and supporting initiatives that benefit both wildlife and communities.
Molefi Mothibi

Jnr M&E Officer, Childline Gauteng

I am a highly motivated Junior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer with a robust data analysis and project management foundation. I possess proven expertise in implementing effective monitoring and evaluation strategies that significantly enhance program effectiveness and achieve desired outcomes. My strengths are conducting comprehensive research, generating accurate reports, and communicating complex information to stakeholders. I am passionate about utilizing these skills to drive sustainable development initiatives and contribute meaningfully to organizational goals.  Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to manage data collection processes, lead teams, and resolve complex data-related issues. My experience encompasses various roles in monitoring and evaluation, data capturing, and project management. I am adept at using advanced analytical tools and techniques, ensuring data accuracy, and upholding high data integrity standards.  My educational background and numerous professional courses evidence my commitment to continuous learning. I am pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Technology (BAS IT) to enhance my technical skills further. This degree will provide me with advanced knowledge and competencies in IT, which I intend to integrate into my data analysis and evaluation work. By combining my technical skills with my expertise in monitoring and evaluation, I aim to deliver even more impactful and data-driven solutions.
Dr. Kakha NADIRADZE

Regional Chair, IUCN CEM Eastern Europe

Dr. Kakha Nadiradze appointed on the position of Chair of Commission on Ecosystems Management, CEM IUCN Eastern Regional Branch Chair for Eastern Europe. With more than 26 years of experience, Kakha Nadiradze has positioned himself in various management positions with the vision of promoting innovative and scientific development in Ecosystems Protection, Management, Climate Change and Biodiversity Conservation, Expert of Habitats, Protected Areas and Agrobiodiversity, Agroecology and Food Systems. He provides professional advisory/consulting/extension services to Government, Policy Makers, producers and agricultural companies around the world in the implementation of sustainable Food systems, comprehensive optimization of Agribusiness and evaluation of market opportunities. He is focused on promoting sustainable agriculture through soil conservation techniques, combating desertification and soils erosion, implementing regenerative agriculture methods, Gene Banking and in vitro and ex-situ conservation. Using in practice the Nature Based Solutions, NBS among others. He has published extensively in these areas, linking theory and practice to inform policymaking on food, agriculture, the environment, circularity and human well-being. He is a Member of the IUCN CEM (Commission on Ecosystem Management), Planta Europe, GODAN (Global Open Data for Agriculture and Nutrition), BES-Net, (Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Network), MBON (Marine Biodiversity Observation Network), The Research Data Alliance (RDA), The Global Forum on Agricultural Research and Innovation — GFAR, GFRAS and Founder of EUFRAS, Global Landscapes Forum (GLF), The Global Soil Biodiversity Initiative (GSBI), the European Soil Data Centre and GEO BON – The Group on Earth Observations Biodiversity),and of the Think Tank organization Groupe de Bruges (Independent network and think tank on European agricultural and rural development policies, GdB). Kakha is well placed to develop conservation science that is aimed at international conservation policy targets, such as those agreed under the Convention on Biological Diversity, CITES and the UNFCCC, and the Sustainable Development Goals. Member of the European, Middle Eastern and African Society for Bio Preservation & Biobanking, ESBB. Member of the Agroecology Coalition. Global Network of Civil Society Organization’s for Disaster Reduction (GNDR), Global Risk Forum. (GRF), Davos Switzerland, Member of the Nexus Coalition and elected Chair of the DesertNET International (Agropolis International). He is an editorial Board Member of Next Academic and Scientific Journals: Athens Institute for Education and Research (ATINER), Grassroots Journal of Natural Resources, of The International Journal of Multidisciplinary Informative Research and Review (IJMIRR), Journal on Mountain Ecosystems & Resource Management and of the Journal - Entrepreneurship Research and Education Network of Central European Universities, ERENET. He is an author of a large number of analytical publications and has been a speaker of Local and International conferences and workshops. Involved in the Global Open Data for Agriculture and Nutrition Project (GODAN) in advocating for open data to bring about innovation to achieve food security (SDG2). Kakha Nadiradze is a Task Force Member of the Global Genome Biodiversity Network, GGBN, Smithsonian Institute (US). Dr. Nadiradze has provided effective expertise in different local and international projects in Biodiversity Conservation, Ecological Restoration, management and monitoring by providing science-based planning strategies to protect and enhance native species, habitats, and ecosystems at global, regional, and local scales. He has received different Scholarships from ESBB.