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 , Sur site

Exhibition

Innovation disruptive et leadership pour la conservation Intensifier les actions de conservation résilientes

Pourquoi participer

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.

Description de la séance

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?

Partenaires

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)

Langue:

Anglais

Secteur / Industrie:

Other

Domaines d’intérêt supplémentaires:

Civil society / Civil Society Organisations Community Youth

Public cible:

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