Conservation Educationand Research

Conservation education is an integral part of our mission. In 2023, we successfully conducted a total of 5 teaching and training sessions focusing on conservation practices and the welfare of wildlife. More than 200 individuals participated in these educational efforts, primarily consisting of students and pupils. These teaching and educational activities took place at a total of 5 institutions, including universities and relevant governmental agencies.

Regarding research, we remain actively engaged in conservation medicine and genetic research. Our ongoing research on Beak and Feather Disease Virus (BFDV) (in collaboration with the National Researh Agency and Veterinary Medicine Faculty Brawijaya University) and exploration of hematology aspects of the Malayan Giant Turtle continue to progress. We have also explored past cases and documented them through scientific publications, aiming to share our experiences and insights with other wildlife conservation practitioners. Furthermore, a total of four research findings have been published in scientific journals, with one case finding presented at a Galliformes scientificconference.

Looking ahead, we will continue our efforts in education and awarenessraising through various mediums to bridge existing knowledge gaps in wildlife conservation and mainstream practical conservation knowledge among the younger generation, especially students. Additionally, in 2024, we will continue our PBFD research and delve into the genetic aspects of our focal species, the Malayan giant turtle. Meanwhile, we will continue to explore and document knowledge from past cases and experiences, providing opportunities for other conservation practitioners to learn from oneanother.