environmental director and wildlife conservation leader advancing biodiversity protection and resilient ecosystems through community-based conservation, institutional strengthening, and sustainable environmental governance in Indonesia.

I’m a Ugandan public health and One Health specialist connecting human, wildlife, and ecosystem health. My journey began in a rural village, where health was only seen in clinics. Working with Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH) taught me how communities, wildlife, and ecosystems are inseparably linked. I lead programs across Uganda’s protected areas with Village Health and Conservation Teams, youth, women’s groups, and reformed poachers to implement disease surveillance, biosecurity, and community-led conservation solutions. I hold an MPH and a postgraduate certificate in Global Health (Human-Animal-Ecosystem Interface, University of Geneva), contribute to peer-reviewed publications, and present at global forums, including the World One Health Congress. I believe community ownership is not an add-on—it’s the intervention. One Health is not a theory; it’s people, relationships, and shared responsibility. 🔗 LinkedIn Profile

I am a researcher and project management professional specialising in biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, and the biodiversity economy. My work focuses on understanding how natural resource governance, finance, and policy frameworks can support both ecological sustainability and community livelihoods, particularly in African contexts. With over a decade of experience in environmental research, programme coordination, and stakeholder engagement, I have worked on initiatives that integrate biodiversity conservation with economic development, climate resilience, and sustainable resource management. My expertise includes biodiversity finance, environmental governance, ESG integration, and the application of nexus approaches to complex sustainability challenges. I am currently pursuing doctoral research on Biodiversity Economy and the Sustainability Nexus: Assessing Namibia’s Conservation Model in the Global Policy Framework. My research explores how conservation systems, wildlife economies, and policy instruments interact to shape sustainable development pathways.

Hi, I’m Olivia. I spent 14 years in tech building digital products before following my connection to the ocean and completing a Master’s in Applied Oceanography. Now I work at the intersection of science, technology and policy, focusing on practical solutions for coastal and ocean conservation with a hands-on approach. I’m especially interested in projects that combine data, nature-based solutions and real-world implementation. I’m also interested in science communication, citizen science and other initiatives that connect people more closely with the ocean.

I joined Wildhub to connect with other conservationists with similar and new passions so I can learn  and network! I hold my BSc degree in Biology and Zoology and am looking to gain my MSc in Conservation medicine! I love working on zoonotic diseases and wild felids/carnivores the most as well  as  explore new countries. I have done zoonotic disease work in Badlands South Dakota and also interned with GVI in South Africa and Madagascar. Volunteer work includes  Kathmandu Central Zoo in Nepal.

My name is Tesfaye Golja Ayalew, and I have been working with the Ethiopian Wildlife Conservation Authority for the Past 12 years. During this time, I have served the Authority in various positions within the Information Communication Directorate. Currently, I am conducting research in the field of Law enforcement on the topic “Enhancing Wildlife Law Enforcement in Babile Elephant Sanctuary Using IoT-Enabled Anti-Poaching Networks.”

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I am a recent graduate of the University of Salford, having completed a degree in Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology. I am at the very beginning of my conservation career, but I am very interested in marine conservation and science communication. I am currently volunteering for a marine charity called GreenSeas Trust, where I manage their X account (creating and designing posts, monitoring analytics, engaging with comments and other accounts and attend weekly meetings to discuss progress). I am also beginning volunteer work with Dahab Cats, where I will take on a similar role, focusing more on marketing and creative work.

Hello everyone! My name is Anissa Magallan and I joined WildHub because I believe communicating and connecting with so many wildlife professionals- no matter where they are in their career -is crucial to developing in this field. My experience ranges from a veterinary technician, wildlife rehabilitation, wildlife surveys for conservation management, biological data analysis for population management, open parks' law enforcement and of course, environmental education! I want to further my research experience and found that WildHub would be a good place while I'm on my journey to start my Master's.