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
Let’s Connect!
I am an educator and researcher at Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia. As a professional, I have been teaching students in wildlife conservation and management as well as doing research and community outreach in wildlife conservation. In our country, the protected areas have been expanding in coverage, but the wildlife species have been declining in population abundance and diversity. Thus, I am interested to work on conservation capacity build, research, and consulting protected areas to resolve the contradicting facts of expansion of protected areas and loss of wildlife resources. In this regard, I am happy to develop a link with any conservation experts who are interested to work together and share experiences.
I’m Anya Dabite, a conservationist and researcher from Cameroon with experience in elephant monitoring using camera traps, mangrove restoration, and training youth and women in conservation leadership. I joined WildHub to engage with a global network of conservation professionals, exchange practical knowledge, and explore collaborative solutions for community-led conservation, environmental education, and climate resilience. I believe in empowering local voices and building capacity to drive sustainable change from the ground up.
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.
My background is in community-led landscape restoration, women’s leadership, and climate resilience across Africa. I currently serve as the Africa Programs Manager at the Women’s Earth Alliance (WEA), where I lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of regional programs that strengthen women’s leadership in ecosystem restoration, climate justice, and sustainable development. In this role, I co-develop multi-year strategies, oversee monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems, mentor grassroots partners, and drive partnerships that advance environmental resilience and gender equality.
Over the past decade, I have worked with organizations such as the Green Belt Movement, the International Tree Foundation, and One Tree Planted, where I managed national and continental reforestation programs and championed gender integration in conservation.
I am also the Co-founder and Biocultural Restoration Advisor at Homegrown Sustainability Solutions, an initiative that bridges traditional knowledge and modern practices to foster regenerative, community-led restoration in Kenya and beyond.
As a Registered Environmental Impact Assessment and Audit Lead Expert with advanced qualifications in project planning and environmental science, I am passionate about connecting local wisdom with global action—ensuring that women, youth, and communities remain at the heart of Africa’s regenerative future.
Flavia Manieri
WildHub Community Advocates Coordinator|Interdisciplinary Researcher, Uppsala University
Since July 2025, I have been serving as the Community Advocates Coordinator at WildHub, where I coordinate initiatives to engage, support, and empower our community advocates in advancing WH’s mission.
Beyond WildHub, I wear a few different hats. I work as a researcher and lecturer in Sweden, teaching courses on environmental law, political and historical ecology, and disaster risk management. I also mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students, collaborate with faculty members, and contribute to ongoing research projects.
I’m passionate about giving back through volunteer work. I support a few conservation and animal welfare organisations with research and advocacy to help drive positive change. When I’m not working, you’ll find me hiking forest trails with my dog or enjoying a good cup of coffee.
I am the Principal of Chiron K9 LLC, a canine consultancy company specializing in detection. I have been a professional canine trainer for 40 years, working in the Government and commercial sectors. In 2017, I formed Chiron K9 to concentrate on detection dog research and conservation/environmental detection. I have developed unique programs to support conservation and environmental canine detection programs and deployed with teams in the USA and overseas. I provide canines and training support for detection research with universities, government agencies, and commercial organizations. I am the author and co-author of several published papers and the author of “Imprint Your Detection Dog in 15 Days - A step by step workbook”.
Albertinah Matsika
Research Scholar - Wildlife & ecosystem management Programme; Wildlife & Aquatic resources, Botswana University of Agriculture & Natural Resources: Center for Sustainable Resources
I was born in Kenya and have lived i the UK for 42 years now. My many years of working with small businesses and running various events to raise the profile of the businesses, has landed me a post for fundraiser Trustee for a UK wildlife Hospital. The founders of the hospital are very seasoned friends of mine and their dedication to saving every wildlife animal bird that comes through their door, is simply inspirational.
Therefore, I want to learn more about writing funding applications and grant applications. I also want to share my experiences of what has worked for us and what has not. Hopefully, we can all become better at doing what we do, through skill sharing.