Exploring the collective power of nature based education in zoos, aquaria and botanic gardens

12/10/2025

11:00 - 12:00

Nature-based Education Pavilion , Presencial

Exhibition

Innovación disruptiva y liderazgo para la conservación Ampliar la escala de una acción de conservación resiliente

Por qué asistir

Join us for a lively discussion exploring how we can harness the educational expertise and reach of zoos, aquaria and botanic gardens to inspire conservation action and connect millions more people to nature.

Descripción de la sesión

Between them zoos, aquaria and botanic gardens have the power to transform the discourse around conservation and reach millions of people globally, especially in communities who may have limited access to nature and conservation. This session will explore some of the frameworks and systems in place to drive good practice and increase impact across these important sectors for conservation. What makes good nature based education in these institutions and how can we scale up its impact?

Asociaciones

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance ( United States of America )

Toronto Zoo ( Canada )

Commission on Education and Communication

North of England Zoological Society (Chester Zoo) ( United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland )

Speaker

Martín ZORDAN

CEO, World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA)

Carly COWELL

Head of Conservation Policy and Practice, IUCN Commission on Ecosystem Management 2021-2025

Antonieta COSTA

Director of Conservation Education, IUCN Commission on Education and Communication 2021-2025

Moderator

Charlotte SMITH

Conservation Education Director, Chester Zoo (North of England Zoological Society)

Idioma:

Inglés

Sector / Industria:

Other

Áreas de enfoque adicionales:

Civil society / Civil Society Organisations Community Youth

Público objetivo:

Professionals (36 years of age or older) Youth and young professionals (35 years of age or younger)