Starting as a volunteer with our team and now as a program intern, James has firsthand experience integrating indigenous knowledge and environmental stewardship, crucial for effective conservation efforts. He is particularly adept in climate change advocacy, engaging schools and youth at the community level.
James advocates a holistic approach to natural resource management, ensuring benefits from wildlife conservation extend to local communities. He emphasizes participatory rural appraisals to foster healthy ecosystems and supports sustainable practices like ecotourism, which enhance livelihoods and raise conservation awareness.
Promoting collaboration among conservationists, local communities, and government, James advocates for balanced ecosystems that meet both human needs and support wildlife population growth. He holds a Diploma in Wildlife Management from the Wildlife Research and Training Institute.