10/10/2025
11:00 - 11:45
Human-Centred Conservation Pavilion
, Morning
Session with interpretation
Why attend
Discover how different causes of wildlife mortality — from natural events to human interventions — affect animal welfare, and why perspectives matter in shaping conservation. This session presents cutting-edge research on ethical decision-making and inclusive, human-centred strategies, offering essential insights for fair, effective, and evidence-based wildlife management and community engagement.
Session Description
Conservation is not just about protecting species — it is about navigating ethical questions and diverse perspectives on how humans and wildlife share space. This session features two thought-provoking talks that challenge conventional thinking. Professor Amy Dickman will present pioneering research comparing the welfare impacts of different causes of wildlife mortality, from natural events to human-driven management. Her work lays the foundation for an ethical framework that can guide more humane, evidence-based decision-making in conservation. Yolanda Mutinhima will then explore whether conservation conflicts stem more from geography or worldview, presenting research that compares priorities between “local publics” living alongside wildlife and “distant publics” in lower-biodiversity regions. Her findings highlight the importance of aligning international conservation agendas with local realities. Together, these talks invite participants to reflect on fairness, welfare, and inclusivity — essential ingredients for building coexistence models that respect both people and wildlife.Organised by
Jamma International ( United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland )
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