I am veterinarian and I work with reproduction of wild animals and species conservation.
I am an Economist and Researcher who is passionate about the conservation, biodiversity, nature based solutions and preservation of the ecosystem and the environment. I have experience as a reviewer and policy advocate. I look forward to finding the like-minded people and learn from one another.
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.
I'm a wildlife manager and conservationist with robust ecology, research, and project management skills, as well as hands-on engagement with communities that live near protected areas. I am very passionate about our wildlife and their various habitats or ecosystems. I love contributing to people and nature thriving together; I love to travel, interact/engage with various people, and see nature at its best.
SERGE ANGALI BAWABA
KBA Regional Focal Point ( Francophone and Madagascar), Key Biodiversity Areas Programme
Joy Akpanta Matilda Ishong
Research Associate, A.P. Leventis Ornithological Research Institute (APLORI)
My educational background includes a PhD, MSc (with Distinction), and BSc Honours in Biodiversity and Conservation Biology from the University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa. I am deeply passionate about Biodiversity and Conservation Biology.
In terms of professional experience, I held two postdoctoral positions at the University of the Western Cape from 2019 to 2022. From February 2023 to April 2024, I worked as a postdoctoral researcher at Biodiversity Biobanks South Africa, SANBI, where I focused on inventory assessment, gap analysis, and strategic expansion. As part of my role in the BBSA gap analysis team, we focused on biodiversity biobanks in SA. This project involves coordinating data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Turtle Up is my passion project. I am a professor in leadership and work on sea turtle conversation with local and international experts in Ghana. I am passionate about sustainable practices that help people and the planet. I joined WildHub to meet and learn from like minded colleagues and friends, get some feedback and some tips as well. At Turtle Up we are always seeking collaborators and partners. Together we are stronger!
Turtle Up's mission is to sustainably preserve and conserve Ghana’s sea turtles by utilizing a community-based approach.
Our vision is a world where marine wildlife and people in coastal communities are thriving together.
James Tiburcio is a leader in ecological restoration and community advancement. His background in agroforestry, sustainable development, and stakeholder engagement has been instrumental in planting over 10 million trees in Brazil. Currently, James is a member of the Founders' Committee at NatureHub Brasil and has served as the National Director of Instituto de Reflorestamento Eden, where he has developed long-term strategies for reforestation and established key partnerships.
He also leads the Brazil operations for RAIN (Regenerative Agroforestry Impact Network) and is a partner at SamaÚma Projetos Socioambientais, providing consultancy in project management and environmental governance. Previously, James managed community development projects in Asia as Regional Project Development Director at Instituto Internacional de Assistência e Capacitação Servos and conducted research at Azim Premji University.
James holds a PhD in Sustainability Studies from Universidade de Brasília. His skills include budgeting, financial management, fundraising, multidisciplinary team leadership, and strategic planning. Fluent in Portuguese and English, he is committed to partnership-building and promoting diversity and inclusion in the ecological restoration field.
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