Using the “COM-B Model” to create a culture of animal welfare/ Record Keeping Supporting Conservation

12/10/2025

19:00 - 19:30

Al Ain Zoo and YSWRR , Onsite

Exhibition

Disruptive Innovation and Leadership for Conservation Scaling Up Resilient Conservation Action

Why attend

Session Description

1-Through the COM-B Model, this talk will show how zoos can strengthen animal welfare by building staff capability, creating, supportive environments, and reinforcing positive behaviors. Attendees will gain practical insights and real-world examples from Al Ain Zoo on how to foster a culture where animals and staff thrive. 2- This talk will highlight how effective record keeping is vital for protecting species, habitats and well-being. Attendees will learn how accurate records support decisions, strengthen conservation, and preserve ecological knowledge for future generations.

Speaker

Demi DOBLE

Supervisor of Animal Training, Al Ain Zoo

Armando SANTOS

Animal Keeper, Al Ain Zoo