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Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Like many in the conservation field, I struggled to find […]...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a round-up of what went right in the conservation world in 2022!...
Welcome to a special edition of “Meet the Optimists”, featuring […]...
In today’s world, environmental issues are at the top of […]...
Welcome to a special edition of “Meet the Optimists”, featuring […]...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In much of life, we expect quick results - and this is true of conservation too. But in reality, conservation involves hard graft, patience, diplomacy and collaboration, over decades. And so it was for saigas: After 20 years, with many ups and downs,...
Welcome to a special edition of “Meet the Optimists”, featuring […]...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
2023 marks the 30th anniversary of the Whitley Fund for […]...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In the October 2023 blog of Conservation Optimism’s “Meet The Optimists” series, Vicky Bowskill tells us the tale of a science communicator and a PhD student and how she balances these two aspects of her life as a conservationist!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
This blog is a continuation of ,‘Save Haven for birds’, […]...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
This is the story of how we, Nature Conservation Georgia (NCG), ended up at the remote village of Tabatskuri, on Lake Tabatskuri - a serene landscape nestled in a volcanic plateau - where we painted gigantic Velvet Scoters. These are diving ducks, wh...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In the September 2023 blog of Conservation Optimism’s “Meet The Optimists” series, Jessie Panazzolo takes us with her as she navigates the conservation world and all its intricacies as a sustainability educator and a conservationist conservatio...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Meet the idea and people behind the Conservation Optimism's Ghana Hub!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Night had begun to fall when we found the small dirt track. We’d already traveled for over two days to get here. The Serra da Estrela, Portugal, is a place like no other. On surface level you see deep forests, steep gorges and sunsets that remind y...
In the July 2023 blog of Conservation Optimism’s “Meet The Optimists” series, Maria Hashmi shares her experience as a conservationist working in Pakistan, her work imparting nature and climate education to children, and how it is to be a part o...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In the June 2023 blog of Conservation Optimism’s “Meet The Optimists” series, Dr Pablo Borboroglu shares what it is like to be researching penguins, work for their conservation and his optimism for their survival! ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In my third year of school, I read a story […]...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
The journey of a woman to protect and provide birds an environment in which they don't only survive but thrive!...
In the May 2023 blog of Conservation Optimism's “Meet The Optimists” series, Anthony Ochieng gives us a peek at his life as a wildlife photographer, communicator and educator. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Learn about bats and their conservation! ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In the April 2023 blog of Conservation Optimism's Meet The Optimist series, Yaz Ellis talks about her work as a wildlife filmmaker, what a typical day looks like for her, and what keeps her optimistic!...
Get a new perspective on a misunderstood fish roaming the waters of Indonesia, the endangered sawfish. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
A stampede started as soon as our Bolero reached the […]...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Discover how a global reforestation initiative is growing trees, protecting forests, and supporting local communities all over the world....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
How local communities and experts came to resurrect a river....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In the first blog of Conservation Optimism's Meet The Optimist series, Prof E.J. Milner-Gulland talks about her work as a professor of biodiversity and conservation, what a typical day looks like for her, and what keeps her optimistic!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Compassionate conservation for species considered to be in the wrong place at the wrong time....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
A roadmap to inspire and empower people to rise up in defence of their environment. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In this episode of Good Natured, we meet Kenyan insect […]...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Foraging is also about reconnecting with indigenous knowledge systems, rebuilding kinship with our land, and each other, as well as finding joy in being outside....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a round-up of what went right in the conservation world in 2022!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
A range of academics and students from the University of Oxford are attending both in person and virtually so we caught up with them to see what they are hoping to see happen in this important event!...
A range of academics and students from the University of Oxford are attending both in person and virtually so we caught up with them to see what they are hoping to see happen in this important event!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Young people are finding innovative ways to tackle the climate crisis. Find out more on how they are doing it with the right funding....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
We get to know about the work and adventures of "penguinologist" Dr. Tom Hart in Season 2 Episode 3 of the Good Natured podcast. Read more to know his challenging yet exciting polar pursuits geared towards saving penguins....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Celebrate International Freshwater Dolphin Day by learning about the Ganges river dolphin and the Indus river dolphin!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
We all have our hobbies. In this blog, learn how Jordan turned his hobby and interest in marine conservation into a way to benefit the coral reefs of Malaysia!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Getting to know award winning conservationist Rachel Ashegbofe Ikemeh. As she shares her experiences of being a woman in ‘field conservation’ and her work to protect chimpanzee habitats in Nigeria....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
A woman married to nature: The inspiration behind ‘The Woman from the Mangrove’ and ‘The girl who fell in love with the mangrove. ’...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Our youngest author, Romario Valentine, tells his story of how he came to write an optimistic and educational book to encourage youth to engage with and love the natural world....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about the inspiring work of Reserva: The Youth Land Trust, and their fundraising efforts to save the Chocó cloud forest....
Get ready for Overstory! A brilliant new art installation from artists Ivan Morison and Heather Peak is being displayed in Broadmead during August. Find out about the inspiration for their art and their conservation efforts....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
What happens when a few university students start to think about wildlife? They start a foundation to support conservation!...
Exciting news as years of dedicated work and inter-organisational partnering looks to bring a bright future for British floodplain meadows. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
21 young Montagu's harriers are flying freely in Portugal, representing hope for the future of their threatened species....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
We hear all about the lessons that Jack Baker learnt when creating ‘Pangolin: The Conservation Podcast’ during the pandemic. Believe in yourself, listen to others and never lose the joy that comes from conservation!...
A filmmaker discovers how to spread the word about climate change – and her animated short – in fun and creative ways!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Conservation is complex, but not all solutions have to be complicated! Read more to get inspired by this story of an innovative yet simple idea to stop seabird bycatch, and participate in making it a global reality. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
How do conservationists keep track of turtles and their nests? By smelling them, of course! We learn all about nesting sea turtles in Costa Rica and how the COPROT team are protecting them....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
I have never known as much about orchids as I do now! How our interns are inspiring children to conserve some amazing plants....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
And the winners are….. Tonight, we unveiled the 2022 Good Natured Film Festival winners! Read on to find out more about this year's talented entries....
Short films to inspire conservation? Saxon believes it is a great medium to bring stories of wilderness to a larger audience to inspire many, with stories of a few! Read to know more about his fascinating films brought forward from the wild remote co...
Meet the winners of the first ever Conservation Optimism Southeast Asia Awards!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
All in a week’s work for our four micro-interns....
When it comes to conservation, to what extent should we intervene or not in our attempts to help nature? Here we learn from the experiences of the Czech Šumava National Park. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
There is still time for you to participate and vote for the People Choice Award. Your chance to recognise the efforts and achievements of those making a positive difference to the environment and their communities....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Protecting reef biodiversity while meeting the needs of a local population and tourists is no easy task, with compromise the key to success. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Announcing the Conservation Optimism Southeast Asia Awards – join us in celebrating the positive differences being made all over Southeast Asia for nature, for people, and our collective future!...
Karen Lloyd has lived on the edge of the British Lake District for most of her life. Today she is trying to understand more about the impacts of climate events and the loss of biodiversity in this unique landscape....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Harnessing the natural wonders of the UK and the creative […]...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
"I wanted more people to know how magnificent and important corals are, and to care enough to do something about them"; this thought resulted in an exciting storytelling project - I'm with Lorac! Read to know more about the journey behind the first n...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Have you ever thought about your flying habits and their impact on the environment? Well, Dr. Noah Birksted-Breen went one step further and started a novel podcast at Oxford University to address this very issue. And thus, the Oxford Flying Less Podc...
Marine conservationist Emily Cunningham shares how local councils in the UK are taking positive action for ocean recovery....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Join us in meeting Jen GaNun, a musician, dancer, and wolf conservationist, on the Good Natured Podcast, hosted by Conservation Optimism! Jen speaks about her passion for using her creativity to spread the message of conservation, focusing on the end...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
A story of hope, remorse, and transformation from the remote tropical forests of Asia. Arkajyoti shares his experience of an adventure in search of a "treasure" and how his journey transforms the perception of a local tribesman about his surrounding....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
From twenty years of his experience, Prof. Arts reflects on governance schemes that seed and bloom to change established practices in forest decline. Read more to explore how he uses metaphors from Greek mythology to interpret the significance of lon...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Meeting Dr. James Watuwa: A Ugandan vet who’s typical day can include rescuing a snared elephant, collaring a lion, or surveying mountain gorilla populations for the Ugandan and Rwandan governments. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Follow Janet Kavutha and her team of researchers into the heart of giraffe country in wild Kenya and experience the joys of spotting these magnificent creatures through her eyes! ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In our latest podcast we hear from Miriam Supuma, a conservationist from Papua New Guinea, who tells us about birds of paradise, cultural identity and how traditional knowledge can preserve biodiversity...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Watch communities come together to save the Greater Adjutant Stork in "Hargila," a new film from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology!...
Following on from 'Women and Girls in Science day 2022', we wanted to share the six inspiring women shared by our Good Natured podcast guests....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
This International Women and Girls in Science Day 2022, explore our Good Natured podcasts featuring 10 inspiring female conservationists....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Sharing a conservation success story from the thickets of Bangladesh, where multi-organization efforts with participation from local communities helped in bringing back the critically endangered Asian giant tortoise from the brink!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In Namibia, the world's tallest land mammal makes a stand against a stark landscape. Here is another conservation success story from the Giraffe Conservation Foundation as they tackle the tall case of giraffe conservation in Africa's drylands....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In the Nubian highlands, a determined team of veterinarians, led by Drs. Sara Ferguson and Joshua Lubega, work to rescue the Critically Endangered Nubian giraffe from a new deadly threat - wire snares. Read about this inspiring team....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In Season 2 Episode 5 of Good Natured, hosts Julia and Sofia talk to artivist Sofiya Shukhova about the wildlife trade and finding inspiration in unexpected places. Learn more about Sofiya's passion for art and making an impact in conservation!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about how the Giraffe Conservation Foundation's Khomas Environmental Education Programme (KEEP) helps to inspire thousands of young Namibians by leading them on an exciting exploration of the natural environment....
Can we design for universal inclusion? Fionnathan certainly believe we can and should make universal inclusion second nature. But they need your help!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Find out how the next generation of inspiring communicators are finding effective ways to help people across the globe understand climate issues and take positive action....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Every possible solution for saving the Great Barrier Reef is reliant on genuine collaboration and engagement. In other words, empathy and connection to others....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Through storytelling in classrooms, film making and producing social media content, Fionnathan inspires interest in nature through optimism and spreads a message of radical inclusion....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Durga is an aspiring conservationist from Nepal, whose journey in this field started while growing in the green campus which now he calls his Alma mater! Read more about his exciting adventures which consolidated his path....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Conservation Optimism reaches Pakistan! Read to know more about this budding hub and its enthusiastic team....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Immerse yourself in these stunning wildlife photos from Laos, and learn how Association Anoulak studies threatened, endemic species in the Annamite mountains....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In the midst of COVID-19, read about the success of SEED Madagascar's recent projects, and the positive impact on species such as lemurs and the flying fox....
The new “Future Places Prize” calls for essays and poems that illustrate how literature can be a revelatory and imaginative force for helping us to see the natural world and our place in it differently...
One of the most exciting announcements in conservation is the introduction of the 'New Big 5', an initiative celebrating the top 5 species to photograph, shooting with a camera and not a gun....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Conservation Optimism recently ran a podcasting mentoring programme! Our four mentees reflect on what they learned throughout the process of producing a mini-episode for the Good Natured Podcast. ...
The Green Status of Species is the first international standard for measuring the effectiveness of conservation using science-based metric of species recovery. Providing a new way of thinking about conservation impact....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read how the Marine Stewardship Council certification process and eco-labels are helping to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, and how consumers can make responsible choices to encourage sustainable fishing practises. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Feel inspired as you read about the Green Status of species like the Hawaiian Monk Seal, a new assessment method which focuses on optimism and the conservation and recovery of endangered species....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Empowering a nation to preserve its iconic rock iguanas! Find out how the Blue Iguana Conservation project is helping save the charismatic blue iguanas of Grand Cayman. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about Rachel Hudson's incredible children's book '100 Endangered Species'. A beautifully creative approach to educating and inspiring children about the plight of the natural world, celebrating threatened species and those working to save them....
Read this powerful book review by a member of Action for Conservation's WildWEB programme, describing how the book 'How You Can Save The Planet' inspires young people to take action at home to help nature....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
The Mangrove Action Project have launched their 7th annual Mangrove Photography Awards, aimed at highlighting the beauty of mangroves and inspire the conservation action needed to help them thrive....
A story of hope from India. Read the post to know about the TSA-India's reintroduction efforts along with the Government of India to bring these pretty chelonians back from the brink!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
With a belief that conservation cannot occur until it reaches everyone's dining table conversations, Sai Devi has found Thicket Tales to educate kids through nature! Read more about her innovative ideas in this post....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Cyan Planet is on a mission to make the ocean and it's magic accessible with their flagship project 'How is the Water': an ultimate ocean experience where you explore the underwater world....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Do researchers and tourists share the same perception of wild spaces? Read about the effects of tourism in the Western Ghats of India through a researcher's lens....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
An incredibly exciting mystery following Shoal's search for extremely rare fish species lost in the void between being unrecorded and going extinct....
Conservation is complex and interdisciplinary. Check out this blog to find out how Amalina discovered her path to be a Conservation Hero while working as an educator with a wildlife conservation organization, HUTAN, in Malaysia....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Asian palm civet - a widespread yet elusive creature. Check out this story by Saloni, to uncover her exciting encounter with this animal in her backyard!...
Peatlands - the what, why and who? Find out answers to these, in this introductory post by Re-Peat, a youth led collective working towards understanding and saving peatlands around the globe....
Nature’s SAFE, one of Europe’s only charitable regenerative living cell banks, is dedicated to saving animals from extinction and rewriting the future of our endangered species....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
The prestigious Whitley Awards recognises the 2021 grassroots conservation heroes, dedicating their lives to protecting the world's incredible biodiversity....
A post filled with hope, useful tips and contacts for those struggling with their mental health during their PhD studies....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Explore the world of plant conservation and the fascinating work of the University of Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum (OBGA) across the globe....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Find out what the India hub of CO has achieved in its first year!...
Last week, citizens all across the globe gathered (virtually and in spirit) to celebrate Earth Day 2021. Our Conservation Optimism network joined us in these celebrations of our beautiful planet, in the form of haikus. Read them here!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about a captivating story of the planned restoration of degraded wetlands in the lush and biodiverse wetlands of Sri Lanka!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
With the COVID-19 pandemic, Sri Lanka's tourism industry came to a halt. And yet, communities quickly adapted, turning back to ancestral knowledge on agroforestry techniques. Read about this incredible adventure, recounted by the Forest Healing Found...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about Tawny's philosophies and experiences she gathered from Bali in Indonesia that got her close to nature and even motivated her to start her own nature education project....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
The story of the Aral Sea has gone down as one of the most symbolic environmental disasters in recent history. However, Nicolas and Saxon reveal a nuanced story, one full of hope and optimism, to be detailed in their upcoming documentary....
What happens when science is merged with art to deliver conservation messages? A musical perspective on the world's biodiversity crisis and how we can remain hopeful....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Find out about the incredible biodiversity of the Falkland Islands and the amazing habitat restoration work undertaken by Falklands Conservation, in partnership with the local population!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Learn more about the past and the present of the European beaver, a master engineer of the ecosystems....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
How do you explain the importance of reptiles in a […]...
Join us for International Women's Day and celebrate the incredible, passionate women fighting for the natural world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about a dedicated team of students and professionals striving to address the root cause of ocean degredation, and finding tangible solutions to them....
Find out how NET is redefining classical science communication measures to make science more fun and engaging....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
How we need to include traditional knowledge and participatory approaches to safeguard our rainforests and fight against climate change. ...
Find out more about how Coast 4C works closely with seaweed farming communities to ensure a sustainable future for everyone....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Today is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Here are a few women who inspire us every day!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
The Hainan Gibbon is showing encouraging signs of recovery, thanks to the relentless efforts of local conservation organisations. A recent paper shows how gibbons use a man-made canopy 'bridge' to travel between forest fragments. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about how a grassroots conservation organisation in Mozambique is working closely with local people to bring about change and a sustainable way of living....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about how a student society at Oxford is breaking the misconceptions around conservation and helping people further connect to it....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about the stories that keep Save The Frogs! and amphibians croaking in Buenos Aires!...
Read about Projeto Onças do Iguaçu's creative approach to promoting human-big cat coexistence in the lush rainforests of Brazil and Argentina....
Habitat XR has a goal to raise awareness about our natural world by skillfully using modern technology. Read about their exciting work here!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Migration of the Mongolian gazelles has been affected by the trans-Mongolian railway line but the recent controlled removal of fences along railway lines has sparked hopes for its conservation....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Come and join Nina on her journey to writing children's books on ocean protection!...
The truth is that there are lots of people around the world, pouring their heart and soul into their work. One Planet Conservation Awareness sets out to celebrate these people and share their stories....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
In one of the remotest islands of Bangladesh, Irin set out to study huge flocks of migratory shorebirds. Read here about her days that were filled with exuberance and learnings....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about the story of how Alicia got to put together Rain before Rainbows - her first wildlife poetry book....
Environmental, Climate and Ecological industry groups are urging the UK government to take further action. ...
Fascinated with brown bears, Tamara tells the story of two passionate photographers/conservationists working to educate people on these animals across Europe....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Katrin, a marine conservationist takes a step back from the mundane to dive into the larger question of hope and optimism in the world of conservation....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
The winners of the Mangrove Photography Awards show us just how amazing mangroves are!...
Read about the empowering efforts of a small community in Guatemala to save turtles....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Launching a career in conservation can be daunting. Learn about how AFON is working to support youth to find their dream job within this sector!...
The inconvenient truth about plastic waste - and what you can do about it!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
The Ocean Conservation team is on a mission to better connect the people of the UK to the ocean and hence promote positive behaviour!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Greater interdisciplinarity may enable conservation to overcome one of its greatest challenges, namely its lack of internal diversity. ...
The project "Birds and Coffee" shows us that conservation can benefit both people and nature!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
The team behind Tales from Mother Earth aims to bridge the gap between children and nature and do so through producing creative multimedia content. ...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Did you know that Mexico City is home to 2,254 different wildlife species? The project "Mexico City Wildlife" aims to educate and conserve this incredible biodiversity - in the city....
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Sankarshan travels to the vast expanse of the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve in India to understand the role fire plays in grassland ecosystems. ...
pledgeforourfuture.earth is an initiative that aims to unite people across the world to inspire people to reset our relationship with nature. Read on to find out more!...
Here is the perfect antidote to Monday blues: a weekly round-up of what went right in the conservation world!...
Read about María's journey to becoming one of the few female herpetologists in Latin America....
The Bio-Diverse Festival 2020 is a week of scientific talks, discussions, Q&As, and workshops delivered by minority scientists from all over the world! Find out more about the festival now. ...
Conservation is not a journey for the faint hearted. Yet, we hardly talk about the struggles we face. Read Jen's plea to conservationists to open-up, so that we can all become better and happier conservationists....
Harry's experiences in the lush rainforests of Indonesia have brought him closer to nature, optimism and hope....
Sudha’s fieldwork to study sharks across coastal India has been a mix of joy and sorrow through which she has realised core conservation challenges and potential solutions to them....
We asked the Conservation Optimism community to share with us their most memorable encounters with wildlife. Here are some of the stories we received!...
With insights from Bangladesh, the Sawfish Project Indonesia team aims to implement conservation strategies for the endangered sawfish....
SEED is working towards protecting local biodiversity and supporting livelihoods in Madagascar. Read more about their inspiring work here!...
Motivated by the enigma that surrounds shark and ray species across India, Shruthi’s journey has empowered her to become stronger and hopeful for their future....
We caught up with Leo Thom whose film The Wondrous Mangrove Forest won the Best Super Short Award last year....
A curious ecologist from India has travelled to different parts of the diverse country, working on diverse ecosystems. Read about her captivating experiences here....
We asked biology students from the University of Oxford to share their experience of nature during lockdown....
Wildroots-India is inspiring the next generation of fashion designers to take their inspiration from nature and with that raise awareness of the environment. Read on to learn more!...
Find out about the charismatic primates of Vietnam and conservation organisations working hard to save them....
Heal is a new way for us to take action together in response to the climate and biodiversity emergency. Learn about what we do and how we work....
As a celebration of International Mangrove Day, the Mangrove Action Project is raising awareness of the importance of mangrove forests with their global photography contest. Read more about the contest and the stunning photos!...
Read about the community of Lonely Conservationists from all over the world who stand united, stronger than ever....
Sneha has been studying the diversity of true dung beetle species in North East India and shares her lessons from the field....
Read about Sofía's jurney through a desert, and how that inspired her to step-up for conservation....
Read an inspiring story of a determined, hard-working naturalist from Bengal and his plea to save the Ganges river dolphin....
Nous avons interviewé Marion pour en savoir plus sur ce qui l'avait inspiré à produire ce film et découvrir les films sur lesquels elle travaille actuellement. ...
Our growing awareness of the climate and biodiversity emergency can make us more aware of our relationship with the natural world! ...
Alegria Olmedo makes the case for why we need to press the Reset button on our relationship with nature....
What can permaculture teach us to develop ourselves while looking after nature? Read here to find out about Rudre's experience with permaculture in India....
Read how a passionate biology student working on sea turtles understood the importance of community-based conservation! ...
Read about Nishand's wave of experiences as he follows a caterpillars journey into a beautiful butterfly in his home garden....
Take part in AFON's #UnlikelyNature campaign this week! ...
Read about Kaustubh's fascinating work on sharks and rays in the beautiful coastal town of Malvan, Maharashtra in India....
Thousands of olive ridley sea turtle hatchlings have been released at Tortuario el Banco, Guatemala....
Learn all about conservation and generate funds for real-life conservation with the game Conservation Crisis! ...
Deep in the Dakatcha Woodland in Kenya, A Rocha Kenya is putting their faith into action to help save the globally recognised forest. But how do they do this?...
We're very excited to introduce our very first Conservation Optimism Regional Hub!...
4 quick tips on how you can unleash your creativity, remove mental blocks, and keep your brains active during this challenging time!...
Are you up for some excitement and fun? Let's play a game. But not just any game - a conservation game! Game on!...
Read about the fascinating secrets of the largest fish in the sea and how a team of dedicated researchers is trying to uncover them. ...
While our hearts sink by the burden of atrocities we face today, there is always room for hope for a better future....
Meet Millie – A passionate conservationist who believes in exciting children about wildlife to make the best out of the future....
Nous avons interviewé Marion pour en savoir plus sur ce qui l'avait inspiré à produire ce film et découvrir les films sur lesquels elle travaille actuellement. ...
We caught up with Yaz Ellis whose film Toads on the Roads won the Best Student Film Award last year....
We caught up with Eilidh Munro whose film Second Changes was the People and Nature finalist last year....
We caught up with Marion Fernandez whose film Le tombeau des épuisés won the Audience Favourite Award last year....
Protecting biodiversity against the face of important development requires the upliftment of local communities. EWOC works at this front....
Stories form an important part of conservation. Island Stories of Change helps exemplify this....
WCN protects endangered wildlife by supporting conservationists who ensure wildlife and people co-exist and thrive. Together we can make a difference!...
Find the perfect career in conservation for you with the right balance between focus and openness. Think smart, work hard and read more here on what conservation leaders have to say on how to get that career....
Now is the time to look forward and to kickstart this brand new decade. Let’s have a look at what is already giving us reasons for optimism in 2020....
Whoa. What a year. For once, environment issues have been prominent in the global agenda. Here are some 2019 highlights for Conservation Optimism....
Love + Action – it’s what Why Conserve is all about. Why Conserve provides a platform for people to learn about biodiversity and to showcase stories of our relationships with nature....
There is just as much optimism to be found in plant conservation as with animals! Our first Plant Stories focuses on British plants: sowthistles, sundews and juniper....
Peace for Conservation aims to achieve peace and conservation in Tanzania by working with local communities....
Evidence of Hope features people and projects from around the world who are addressing global challenges successfully!...
The Species Recovery Trust is a charity devoted to saving some of Britain’s most endangered species....
To mark 25 years of grant giving, WFN commissioned a comprehensive assessment of their impact and that of their winners....
It is possible to halt species declines and to achieve species recovery targets within our lifetime!...
A Rocha is a Christian organization engaging communities in nature conservation....
Danielle Shaw gives an overview of the key messages she took away with her following the summit!...
I stepped onto the afternoon train feeling hopeful and inspired....
Conservation is effective, but we will only be able to maintain a living planet if we can get conservation issues into the mainstream....
Missed the summit, or missing it already? 10 things to play, watch, read and follow!...
Nina Seale talks conservation storytelling and why she is looking forward to Robin Moore’s plenary....
Munib Khanyari shares with us his excitement about the Conservation Optimism Summit....
A picture tells a thousand words… well, in this case, each picture tells a story of conservation optimism....
From orchids to gibbons, we have been collecting photos from conservationists all around the world to inspire us as conservation optimists....
Iracambi has planted over 130, 000 native forest trees in the Atlantic rainforest!...
Empowering people to make positive changes to make the world a better place....
Being in nature is good for both our mental and physical health and people! ...
Raising enough money to purchase a highly strategic plot of land to help orangutans....
If we draw from the well of fear one too many times that well will surely run dry....
“Are you optimistic about conservation?” Aini ponders over this question and gives us her perspective!...
Trying to understand how positive and negative thinking influence human performance. ...
A big welcome to our new ConservationNOW member, OVAG!...
Why Sophus and Natalie are hopeful about the future of conservation in Europe...
Why you should consider drinking tea that is elephant-friendly!...
With a little bit of digging, hope for the natural world can be found in abundance!...
Young people demand equal access to nature and call for changes to how Government and organisations engage their generation....
When we home in on some of the individuals and organisations standing up for nature, more positive stories start to emerge....
CoalitionWILD taps into the passion, ambition, and vision of young people impatient for change!...
Sharing stories of inspiring conservationists....
Setting a vision for a future where both humans and wildlife can coexist and thrive. ...
Positive and optimistic stories can help create motivation and empowerment that spark individual actions....
If a billion people can stand up for a cause, the world can truly change for the better....
A Focus on Nature supports young people to engage with the natural world....
Creating positive momentum for wildlife by bringing conservationists together....
What would the world look like in 30 years, if we successfully achieve our conservation goals? Read more to find out!...
What could be more optimistic than restoration? The idea that nature can be repaired brings a little hope to even the most hardened pessimists!...
The Iberá wetlands story can be painted as full of hope....
Three conservationists explain why they didn’t sign it. ...
Learn about how young people in Nepal are becoming some of the strongest advocates for conservation....
Talking about nature often means talking about extinction, decline and loss but it doesn’t have to be that way!...
Holly Griffin reflects on what she learned at the Conservation Optimism 2017 Summit in London....
Sharing the most momentous parts of the Conservation Optimism Summit 2017....
At first glance, the suggestion may seem rather improbable, sensationalist, and unscientific to the reader....
New study showed that beavers can resurrect damaged landscapes....
An estimated 1500 boas can now be found on two islands in Mauritius ...
Glimmers of hope are struggling to shine through, they just need our help to reach the surface. ...
Perhaps what we think of as new is, in fact, old. Perhaps it’s pieced together and driven over years of events and actions we barely remember....
The Conservation Optimism Summit allowed people to discuss ways to bring about major social change and the pros/cons of positive vs negative framing....
A generation of citizens who consider the preservation of nature their personal business has grown up....
Researchers at University of Oxford have set up a network of hidden camera traps in the central African rainforest....