Early career ecologist, hoping to improve my skills and to network!

I have been working in community based conservation and protected area policy for the last 20 years. I am now employed by the Australian Government in the Kokoda Initiative Partnership. My key areas of work in Papua New Guinea are community land use and management planning, conservation benefit sharing, capacity building and policy. I enjoy traveling and meeting new people. In my home town I take to hiking, skiing and team activities and am involved in my work, local and global community on various committees and appointments. 

I joined WildHub because of my passion for environmental conservation and my interest in connecting with like-minded individuals who are dedicated to protecting and preserving our planet's biodiversity. I have a degree in veterinary medicine and a deep-rooted interest in One Health approaches that recognize the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. My experiences in veterinary medicine have underscored the importance of holistic approaches to conservation that consider the health of both wildlife and human populations. Additionally, I have been a lifelong fan of wildlife, and I am eager to deepen my understanding of this field through engagement with the vibrant community here on WildHub. I believe that by fostering collaboration and sharing knowledge, we can work towards a more sustainable and harmonious relationship with the natural world.

I'm currently serving as the director of biodiversity conservation association Biflores in the smallest inhabited island of the Cape Verdean archipelago - Brava. Our association works on the intersection of development and conservation of biodiversity, aiming to ensure a sustainable future for humans and non-humans on Brava.

Ebrima Jonga: A Public Administrator with a Passion for Development I am Ebrima Jonga, a highly motivated and results-oriented public administrator with a strong background in community engagement and international development. My academic qualifications in Public Administration, combined with my internship experiences in Indonesia and The Gambia, have equipped me with the skills and knowledge to contribute to positive change on both a local and global scale. My Strengths: ·         Multilingual Communication: I am fluent in English, Indonesian, Mandinka, and Wollof, allowing me to connect with diverse communities and navigate cross-cultural environments effectively. ·         Community Engagement: I have a proven track record of success in mobilizing communities, as demonstrated by my leadership in the impactful malaria awareness campaign in The Gambia. ·         Project Management: My internship experiences honed my ability to contribute to research and development projects, ensuring their efficient execution and impactful outcomes. ·         Policy and Public Relations: I possess strong administrative and communication skills, allowing me to excel in policy analysis, planning, and public relations efforts. Beyond my qualifications, I am: ·         A lifelong learner: I am constantly seeking opportunities to expand my knowledge and skillset, as evidenced by my participation in various online training programs. ·         A team player: I thrive in collaborative environments and value the power of teamwork in achieving common goals. ·         An advocate for sustainability: I am passionate about environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles and their potential to create a more just and sustainable world. I am eager to leverage my skills and enthusiasm to contribute to meaningful development initiatives.  

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I am a field primatologist studying the behavior and conservation of a population of wild mantled howler monkeys in Costa Rica. We have regularly darted and captured individuals as part of a monitoring and health (i.e., collection of biological samples) research program that is investigating factors contributing to their decline.