I have dedicated my entire professional career to conservation—it’s not just what I do, it’s who I am. My journey began in environmental education, and over the years, I transitioned into conservation project management. For the past decade, I have focused exclusively on marine conservation, which I consider my true calling. I am often referred to as the mermaid in our team. I have been with WILDOCEANS from inception and, I currently manage one of our species projects which focuses on Shark and Ray protection in South Africa. In addition, I lead and direct our Ocean Literacy Programme, where I design bespoke educational resources, and oversee implementation within rural communities aligned with the WILDTRUST mission. I have also published two volumes of the Harry the Hammerhead series which is a children’s story book focused on Marine Protected Area expansion. This beautifully illustrated book takes children on a wonderful, educational journey along the South African coastline underwater, meeting Harry’s friends along the way. The stories help communicate complex ocean issues, threats and MPA benefits in a fun, simple way. Volume one was printed in French, isiZulu, and English been rolled out in coastal communities linked to projects being implemented by WILDTRUST. I am a dog mom of a six pack, stepmom to three and wife to one wonderful husband. If I am not working for our ocean, you will find me at the ocean either with my dogs or diving.
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