I work for a South African-based NGO. The overall goal is to conserve and protect elephants and rhinos through poverty alleviation. I started as an elephant monitor primarily focused on observing and recording behaviour, human-elephant conflict mitigation, and training/educating. From there, I have become project coordinator. However, there has recently been a change in management and a shift in focus, which means I will need to focus on areas I am not familiar with - project management being one of them.

Salamatu Jidda – Fada, PhD. is a Nigerian born Conservation Scientist and Educator resident in Bangor Gwynedd, United Kingdom. She was a Research fellow with the Centre for Evidence Based Conservation, Bangor University, UK between 2016 -2018 and currently, a Visiting Researcher in the School of Natural Sciences, Bangor University, UK. Her current research involves establishing a Coalition of Conservationists in Nigeria to work as a collective in creating sustainable conservation interventions to protect Nigerian Biodiversity. She is also actively involved in Human – wildlife conflict/co-existence in Dadin Kowa, Nigeria among other things. Salamatu is appointed member Expert Assessment Group, IUCN Green list for Nigeria.

I am a dedicated wildlife conservationist, with a strong background in biodiversity conservation and working in the non-profit sector, passionate about empowering local communities to protect the living world. My expertise lies in project management, partnership development, and analytical thinking, all focused on conserving species and habitats. In my current role with World Land Trust, I manage the Asia programme, collaborating with in-country partner organisations to deliver impactful locally led conservation projects that protect habitats, empower communities, and foster sustainable solutions for people and nature. My career is rooted in hands-on conservation, with experience in habitat management, ecological surveys, and field research in the UK and internationally. Previously, I served as a trustee for a UK-based charity focused on the rescue and rehabilitation of owls, bringing my passion for conservation into governance. Prior to my career in conservation, I completed a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Conservation at the University of Kent where I was awarded the prestigious Worcester Prize by the Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology for my contribution to the DICE community and academic achievements. I’m happiest when immersed in nature, continually inspired by Jane Goodall’s words: “What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.”

Greetings, I'm Ussi Abuu, a prominent Conservation Catalyst within the WildHub community, stationed in the beautiful landscapes of Zanzibar, Tanzania. I proudly serve as the INDUSTRY 5.0 Ambassador in Tanzania, advocating for sustainable industrial practices, and I also hold the role of Tanzania Coordinator at the Global Sustainable Future Progress through Partnership network. My journey towards environmental and social progress has been rich and diverse. I previously contributed to the Tanzania Development Trust as a mapper, utilizing geographical data to support development initiatives. Additionally, my commitment to global betterment led me to join the United Nations Volunteers program in 2016, where I've continued to make a meaningful impact. Together, we can explore the vast realm of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and how they intertwine with my experiences and endeavors. Join me on this journey towards a more sustainable and equitable world.

I am a determined and focused individual driven to protect the marine environment and support the people reliant on it. Last year I graduated from the University of East Anglia with a First-Degree Honours in Biological Sciences. This year I received my MSc Marine Systems and Policies with Distinction from the University of Edinburgh. I joined Wildhub as I am looking to get into Marine Conservation and Community Based Conservation.

My interest lies in the conservation management of protected species, especially marine turtles and promoting community’s perception and engagement towards conservation. My current focus is on LAMAVE's marine turtle stranding and response efforts and nest monitoring.

Biodiversity Conservation

Hi Everyone, My name is Arielle and I'm so excited for this course! I'm a wildlife conservationist but currently build online education programs for students and teachers for an international private school. My conservation work began in college while interning for the Wildlife Medical Center at my university's school of veterinary medicine. I originally went to university to become a large animal veterinarian, to fulfill my childhood dream of working with horses. However, after working with wild animals for three years, I decided to dedicate my life to species conservation and education. Upon graduation, I headed south to work for one of America's largest wildlife rescues and sanctuaries. I started as an Apprentice and worked my way up from there to an Animal Caretaker, and then to the Apprentice Program Supervisor and Training Specialist. I loved my job and my alarm clock was the roaring of a lion and lioness at dawn. I found the education aspect of the job to be the most rewarding. It was exciting to see my apprentices get inspired by what they learned and to see wildlife conservation efforts migrate into different parts of the world once my apprentices graduated from their programs. I have undergone many transitions in my career since then to accommodate all things life. Working as a teacher in schools and online has filled my education "cup", so to speak. But now, I have the opportunity to return to my career in wildlife conservation. I am whole-heartedly ready to start making a global impact one project at a time. I hope to not only gain the tools, resources, and certifications I need to effectively lead teams in wildlife conservation, but also to become a part of this amazing community. I look forward to meeting and working with all of you. This is going to be great! Arielle

I'm Onja Razanamaro from Madagascar and I'm focusing on Malagasy dry forest conservation area. I'm working with local population to meet their goal of reducing the use of natural ressource