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Associate Profiles
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Caroline Lees
Conservation Breeding Specialists Group (CBSG) Australasia
CBSG’s mission is to increase the effectiveness of species conservation efforts through: innovative, interdisciplinary methodologies; culturally sensitive facilitation; and empowering global partnerships and collaborations. As CBSG Australasia’s Co-convenor part of my role is to help build greater awareness within the region of what CBSG can offer, and the local capacity to deliver it.
My background is in the design and management of zoo-based programmes for threatened species. The science that underpins this readily transfers to the management of small semi-wild and wild populations – something of potentially broad application in Australasia - and this is an area I am busy pursuing for the branch. Species I’ve been working on include Tasmanian devils, and mala – both fascinating conservation stories. In addition, given the high cost and carbon involved in travelling both within and outside the region, I’m working with other branch members to explore the use of virtual environments as an alternative to face-to-face workshops. Our initial trials have shown great promise and I’m looking forward to the next phase of development!
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Stephanie Behrens
Zoo & Aquarium Association (ZAA)
Stephanie Behrens is the National Manager of the New Zealand Branch of the Zoo & Aquarium Association, Australasia. Her primary focus is managing breeding programmes for advocacy and/or recovery of New Zealand’s unique native fauna. Stephanie holds an MSc in Biology, Hons 1st class and a Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management, awarded with Distinction.
Prior to turning her energies to active conservation, Stephanie worked in the publishing industry, where she held senior positions in both the UK and the USA. She is currently based at the New Zealand Centre for Conservation Medicine, Auckland Zoo.
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