I am an Ecologist deeply passionate about understanding the behavioural strategies small mammals use to survive in seasonally food-restricted environments. I completed my Master’s degree in Behavioral Ecology at the University of Witwatersrand, where my research was on the behavior of bush Karoo rats (Otomys unisulcatus) in Namaqualand, South Africa. My study focused on the "plantong" these rodents collect, exploring whether this behavior is an adaptive response to seasonal harshness or simply a by-product of their foraging activities. This research was driven by my desire to uncover how these food specialists manage to thrive in the challenging conditions of the Succulent Karoo semi-deserts.
I have also touched base on a few things: looking at how acacia trees influence grass species around them, using biocontrol agent for plants that are invasive to freshwater systems, rangeland ecology, reforestation of forest back to their natural state, land use by small mammals, using camera traps to understand behavior and diurnal range of small mammals.
Something interesting about me is that I always look like I am angry/frowning, trust me I am not. It’s just that I’m bit sensitive to bright light.
CHABI Adéchègoun Mèschac Bertrand
PhD student Animal Ecology Biologiy , University Joseph KI-ZERBO
Affordable, flexible and sociable online learning in technical skills for conservation and open education. Support for virtual and hybrid conferences and events
A passionate advocate for sustainable living and community well-being. With over 3 years of experience, I've been dedicated to driving positive change through initiatives focused on environmental protection, community engagement, mental health, and social impact.
I'm skilled in project management, stakeholder engagement, training, research, and capacity building. I thrive on connecting with people and building strong relationships. My passion lies in engaging with communities, inspiring action, and fostering a sense of belonging.
I believe in the power of collaboration and community engagement to create a more sustainable and equitable future. Let's work together to make a positive impact on our planet and its people.
Eston Kimaswoch
Conservation Education, Participation and Awareness programs Office, Kenya Environmental Conservation Network
I'm passionate about Natural Resource Management and Environmental Conservation, Community Development, Sustainable livelihoods gender and social inclusion, I have strong background in partnership building, grant writing, and fundraising. My expertise lies in designing and implementing impactful projects in Natural Resource Management, climate resilience, adaptation and mitigation, Sustainable livelihood development, Community engagement, stakeholder collaboration whilst ensuring long-term benefits for both communities and biodiversity.
With over a decade of experience in the nonprofit and conservation sector, I have successfully mobilized resources, secured competitive grants, and led stakeholder engagements to drive sustainable solutions. I specialize in project planning, ecological research, advocacy, and training, equipping local communities with the knowledge and tools to build climate-resilient livelihoods.
I'm adept at designing and implementing capacity-building programs, advocating for gender equality, and fostering social inclusion within marginalized communities. My expertise in resource mobilization, community engagement, and advocacy equips me to make meaningful contributions to empowering marginalized groups and supporting the growth of NGOs, INGOs, and MSMEs. I am eager to create sustainable impacts through collaborative approaches involving stakeholders such as policymakers, donors, and entrepreneurs
Key Achievements
✅ Secured Funding for Conservation Initiatives
✅ Designed and Implemented Climate-Smart Livelihood Programs – Led initiatives in agroforestry, beekeeping, permaculture, and Farmer-Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) to enhance food security and environmental sustainability.
Skills & Expertise
✔ Grant Writing & Resource Mobilization
✔ Project Planning & Management
✔ Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships
✔ Climate-Smart Agriculture & Sustainable Livelihoods
✔ Conservation Advocacy & Community Empowerment
✔ Research, Monitoring & Evaluation
✔ Training & Capacity Building
✔ Policy Development & Risk Assessment
✔ Gender-sensitive conservation strategies
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Hello Wildhub community,
I am excited to join this community, Thank you for accepting me.
I am a legal officer working in the conservation sector.
I am an advocate for wildlife conservation, gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) community engagements and development.
My experience working as a legal officer and a conservationist and engagement with host communities around the Park has helped shaped my perception on conservation.
It has helped me realise the need to strike a balance between protecting and conserving biodiversity and the interest of indigenous communities around the park. Also the role indigenious knowledge and rural women play in nature conservancy.
I am a veterinary student from Brazil, with a B.S. in Biological Sciences. I have always had a passion and focused on working in wildlife conservation and am excited to learn more from others already in the field.
royce midzi
Legal Advocate Manager /Provincial Administrative Justice Complaints Handling and Investigations, Insiza Women in Mining Trust/ Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission
I am an Ecuadorian Environmental Engineer with an interest in environmental genetics, microbiology, and biogeography with approaches to conservation and ecological restoration. I am a current student of the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master program in Sustainable Forest and Nature Management SUFONAMA cohort 2024-2026 (Denmark-Italy).
Eddy Nnanga est un ingénieur halieutique spécialisé dans la gestion et la gouvernance des Aires Marines Protégées (AMP) pour la conservation de la biodiversité marine. Avec 8 ans d'expérience, il a occupé des postes clés à l'African Marine Mammal Conservation Organisation (AMMCO) et coordonne actuellement des projets liés à la gestion de la Réserve de Faune du Lac Ossa et du Parc Marin Manyangue Na Elombo Campo. Son travail vise à concilier la conservation marine avec les intérêts des communautés locales riveraines. Eddy Nnanga possède une expertise dans la gestion des ressources marines le long de la côte camerounaise. Ses missions de caractérisation du modèle de gouvernance et d'évaluation de l'efficacité de gestion des aires marines protégées ont permis de mettre en lumière la diversité biologique des espèces aquatiques, les habitats benthiques et les zones de conflits entre la pêche artisanale et industrielle. En outre, ses activités de sensibilisation et de développement d'alternatives économiques pour les communautés côtières ont renforcé ses liens avec la population locale. Ses compétences se concentrent sur l'évaluation de la gestion des aires marines protégées, ainsi que sur l'élaboration de plans d'aménagement et de gestion.
AMOS FANG ZEH
BIODIVERSITY RESEARCH OFFICER/ENVIRONMENTAL GEOGRAPHER, ERUDEF/ UNIVERSITY OF BUEA
Amos Fang Zeh is a conservationist who has been working in many protected areas in Cameroon. He has been working in the Kimbi Fungom National Park since 2016 when he started his PhD. He is also the Biodiversity Research Officer in ERuDeF. He is also an Environmental Geographer in the Department of Geography, University of Buea, Cameroon. His interest today is on Primate conservation especially Great Apes in the Kimbi Fungom National Park, Deng Deng National Park and the Campo Maan National park, all in Cameroon