Presentations and Recordings
Virtual BIAZA Conservation Education Conference 2021
Zoological Youth Board
Lessons learnt from setting up a zoological youth board
Hanwell Zoo's Direction Board is the first zoological youth board of its kind in the country. As such, it has been a great learning experience establishing and running it over the last two years. Working with young people has it's own set of challenges but the board has succeeded in uniting a diverse group of young people to ensure their voice in conservation education is heard.
We wish to share our experiences to inspire other organisations to give a platform for youth and aid them in being a part of the planet's vital conservation.
Meet the Presenter
Ella De Feo-Mayers - Hanwell Zoo's Direction Board
Nathan Cowling - Hanwell Zoo's Direction Board
Sumaya Raihan - Hanwell Zoo's Direction Board
Ella, Nathan and Sumaya have all been members of Hanwell Zoo's Direction Board since its inception in 2019. As founding members, they have developed it into a key tool for Hanwell Zoo to use in connecting with the youth. From creating wildlife spaces, to educating the public about the illegal wildlife trade, Hanwell Zoo's Direction Board continues to grow it's voice for conservation education.
As Chair of the Board, Nathan leads meetings, liaising with Hanwell Zoo to ensure the Board keeps it's interests at heart and exchanges resources and information.
Ella is a vital Board member, particularly skilled in public engagement. While studying Zoology with Conservation they work to ensure the education of the public on global conservation matters.
As former Co-Chair, treasurer and secretary, Sumaya supports the board's work while studying Zoology and Animal Behaviour, working on spreading the Board's message on a regional and international scale.
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