Thirza Loffeld (She/Her)

WildHub Co-founder, WildHub Conservation Community
Priyank Shah

Unemployed, Not applicable

I'm a recently graduated wildlife biologist having varied interests in the fields of Illegal wildlife trade, Human-Wildlife Conflict and Conserving species through In-situ and Ex-situ Management practices.
Lameck Kayira

Executive Director, Ebenezer Community Development Organization

I am Lameck Kayira a development practioneer and founder of Ebenezer Community Development in Malawi. I am passionate about Children, Youths and the Environment hence my advocacy and work resonates with these parameters. I have experiences in Food security, livelihood, child care and protection, environmental management and livelihoods related projects. My interest therefore, is to enhance my knowledge, learn best practices and how they can sustainably be replicated in our context. Further, i envisage networking with others for professional development including sharing skills for fundraising.
Oladayo Emmanuel Omotayo

Conservationist, University of Ibadan

I'm Oladayo Omotayo, a graduate of Wildlife and Ecotourism Management, University of Ibadan. Beyond being a Wildlife Ecologist, I'm a conservationist, a researcher, an academic writer, and a project manager
M. Zahirul Islam

Executive Director, Marinelife Alliance

Sara Kaiser

Conservation Scientist, Smithsonian National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (affiliate)

I am a dedicated conservation scientist interested in bridging gaps between science, conservation, and policy to benefit wildlife and people. With 20 years of experience across career sectors, I have collaborated in diverse working groups to develop science-based conservation strategies that support biodiversity and stakeholder needs. I specialize in the impacts of climate change and habitat loss on wildlife and ecosystem health. My work on migratory birds as bioindicators of changing seasonality in northern forests in the USA has informed critical initiatives like “Foresters for the Birds” and clean energy policies addressing the climate crisis. In the California Channel Islands, I led recovery efforts with a wildlife non-profit for threatened and endangered species impacted by habitat degradation from introduced species, resulting in species delisting. I taught field courses in sustainable natural resource management in New Zealand that incorporated Indigenous practices. As Director of an undergraduate field research program, I trained the next generation of conservation leaders.  I earned a Ph.D. in behavioral ecology, an M.S. in zoology, and a B.S. in zoology. My postdoctoral work spanned Southeast Asia and the Caribbean, enhancing my regional knowledge of biodiversity hotspots.
Pia Rosa

Student , University of Buea

Mebrat Teklemariam Gebrekidan

Assistant Professor, Wolkite University

I have been engaging as a conservationist and ecologist working as a Biodiversity and Ecosystem Analyst. I am teaching and mentoring students in ecology and wildlife conservation in Higher education together with conducting ecological research and implementing conservation strategies for threatened species and habitats. I am very passionate about promoting environmental sustainability. I enjoy health and fitness, exploring nature, gardening, and conservation efforts.
Ade Brian Mustafa

International Project Officer, Reforest'action

Nwamaka Uzonnah

Veterinarian , University of Nigeria

I'm a veterinarian and educator with expertise in vector biology and an interest in wildlife conservation. With a strong background in animal health and welfare, I'm committed to advancing One Health initiatives through research, education, and community engagement. I'm dedicated to inspiring and collaborating with experts in this space to drive positive change for wildlife, humans, and the environment.
Rendani Manwatha

Biodiversity and conservation , Univen

Kelvin Mwambilo

Cheetah scats detection dog trainer, Carnivore livelihoods and landscapes : Action for cheetahs in Kenya

A committed and passionate conservationist. Grew up in the midst of diverse wildlife at the outcasts of Kapiti wildlife ecosystem that connects to Nairobi National Park. Now a certified scat detection dog handler/Trainer.
Emma Johnsen

Student, University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover

Hicham Elgatem

Local coordinator, Living Planet Morocco

BALDE IDRISSA

Ecogarde dans le parc national du moyen bafing, Moyen bafing offset programme

Lydia Kalekye

Conservation educator and trainer, Africa Climate Environment Foundation

Lydia is a seasoned conservation educator,majorly training learners in primary and secondary schools in Kenya. She is also a social mobilizer and trainer at community workshops, training on conservation of wildlife,wetlands,forests and savannahs. Lydia is very intrigued by wildlife and water related research, prompting her to carry out biodiversity research with Nature Kenya's herpetology,youth and ornithology working groups on a rolling basis. She is also a member of Nature Kenya under HARI and youth working groups.As an educator,she has interacted with at least 100 schools in the last two years during ecological visits to different forests,wetlands and national parks, teaching them about different issues on environmental conservation. I joined this platform to learn how to write compelling proposals for funding,network and face my fear of grant writing.
Kandunda Norbert

Counter Poaching Ranger, Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism

Alex Simmons

Maintenance Supervisor, Maylim

I am a gardener in East London maintaining commercial landscapes and aiming to improve the biodiversity. Over the last three years I have been working at Broadgate in the City of London and received multiple awards for Biodiversity and Sustainability and excellent working practices in Horticulture. I have been experimenting with rewilding my allotment in Walthamstow while trying to grow different crops sustainably. By introducing a pond, we welcomed frogs and newts within a year and believe one of which was a Great Crested Newt. I am incredibly passionate about the environment and wildlife and it is my goal to work on a rewilding project in the UK such as Knepp or Heal.
ONELLA MUNDI NNANDI

Chief Research Officer , Biodiversity Action (BA)

Passionate and dedicated wildlife ecologist with expertise in African ecosystems and a commitment to environmental sustainability and community empowerment. Proficient in R programming and GIS, I specialize in analyzing wildlife survey data and crafting conservation strategies. Skilled in project management, data collection, and impactful communication, I deliver comprehensive reports and manage large data sets with precision. My ability to identify diverse fauna and flora across African landscapes drives innovative biodiversity preservation efforts. With a strong foundation in ecological storytelling and analysis, I strive to create meaningful change by integrating science, technology, and community-driven solutions for sustainable conservation. Focusing on the Conservation of the Globally Endangered Yellow-Casqued Hornbill in an unprotected rainforest in Cameroon
Azizi Fabian Msese

Field officer (Intern), Lcmo

Margarida Fernandes

PhD student, University of Fribourg