Presentations and Recordings
Lessons Learnt
Lessons Learnt – The benefits associated with collaborative projects between BIAZA collections in Ireland
This presentation will focus on the benefits associated with a collaborative project involving Galway Atlantic aquaria, Fota Wildlife Park and Science Foundation Ireland. The project in question was named “The Great Irish Zoo Off” and focussed on the role of STEAM and how it has assisted biodiversity conservation programmes in both collections. The event was financed by Science Foundation Ireland and was hosted during National Biodiversity Week in May of 2021.
Meet the Presenter
Lynda Mc Sweeney - Education Manager - Fota Wildlife Park
As Fota Wildlife Park's education manager, I have accrued over 26 years experience in the field of conservation education. Having established the park's education programme in 1995, i have been fortunate to witness both its growth and diversification in recent decades. Fota's education department has also been a recipient of the Sandford Award since 2008 which recognises it as a centre of excellence for heritage education in both Ireland and the UK. Lynda has also been a member of the BT Young Scientist & Technology exhibition judging panel since 1998.
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