IUCN/SSC CTSG Human-Wildlife Interactions in Conservation Translocations News

[Adriana Consorte-McCrea]

Dear colleague

 

Here are some great news, updates and invitations we would like to share with you:

 

International recognition for the role of HWI in biodiversity conservation

The HWIWG has taken an active part in the high profile first International Conference on Human-Wildlife Conflict and Coexistence | IUCN SSC Human-Wildlife Conflict Task Force (hwcconference.org) at the University of Oxford, UK (30th March- 1st April). We led a very dynamic Interactive Session (Human-wildlife interactions in conservation translocations: developing guidelines) and we introduced our HWIWG in the IUCN SSC Networking Meeting, which was praised by colleagues for its interdisciplinarity and work across taxa.  Photos and related resources on our website HWIWG presence at the International Conference on Human-Wildlife Conflict and Coexistence, Oxford (iucn-ctsg-hwi.wixsite.com) . The Conference highlighted the key role that human-wildlife interactions play in biodiversity conservation, now recognised by the COP15 UN Biodiversity Conference in 2022. HWIs feature heavily in many of the new landmark Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework 23 targets.   

Inviting case studies for the extended Guidance on HWI in Conservation Translocations

We continue to develop an extended version of our Guidelines to Facilitate Human-Wildlife Interactions in Conservation Translocations 2022 paper, more in depth and populated with more case studies from the field, with the aim to serve as a companion to the IUCN/SSC CTSG Conservation Translocations Guidelines of 2013.  As we incorporate the feedback we received so far, we would like to invite case studies from the field.  We are looking for case studies that exemplify any of the areas highlighted by the Guidelines paper.  If you would like to contribute to the extended version, please get in touch.  We really appreciate your help! 

 

CTSG Global Perspectives invites contributions

The CTSG Global Conservation Translocation Perspectives publication Global conservation translocation perspectives: 2021 | IUCN SSC Conservation Translocation Specialist Group (iucn-ctsg.org) showcases case studies from around the globe.  The CTSG invites colleagues involved in ongoing conservation translocation projects to contribute case studies for the next issue.  Please get in touch with "Pritpal Soorae" iuc...@gmail.com (Editor) for a new template to help format your contribution.  

Special open access issue relaunch!

Our special issue of Human Dimensions of Animal Translocations in Frontiers of Conservation Science is now complete, with 11 papers including an Editorial setting the stage for the issue.  It features original research  over 4 continents, focusing on diverse species, stakeholders and local communities.  Free to download!

Human Dimensions of Animal Translocations Human dimension issues are commonly overseen or treated lightly in translocation projects, even though the success or failure of the project is intimately tied to community involvement, peer’s acceptance, and stakeholder support. An international group of scientists have been discussing these issues for the last 2 years in an ad hoc group of the IUCN’s Conservation Translocations Specialist Group. We have discussed topics such as positive and negative aspects of human-wildlife interactions, the effect of domestic and feral dogs on conservation translocations, seeking support of religious leaders, ethical issues involved in reintroduction into anthropogenic landscapes, involving all stakeholders in project planning and stewardship, and exit strategies. Themes to consider are how to measure and include the various aspects of human dimensions into a project from its planning and implementation to the exit stages. We plan to write one article as a group, invite specialists from several topics to submit contri www.frontiersin.org

A new HWIWG Directory

The IUCN/SSC CTSG Human-Wildlife Interactions Working Group has just released a new Directory listing information about practitioners, researchers and students working with human dimensions of conservation translocations.  If you would like to join the HWIWG and be added to the Directory, which we share only with HWIWG members, please complete the info below and return it to me:

Name, organization, contact information:

Short bio and areas of current research/work:

Countries and regions where you are working:

Focal species:

Conserving Conservationists webinar

...and last but not least, here is the recording of an amazing webinar organised by the IUCN NCUK's Education and Communication working group.  Brittany Sawrey and Jessie Panazzolo presented on how we can better support conservationists, often working in remote environments, dealing with stressful and timely global issues and commonly experiencing imposter syndrome and eco-anxiety https://youtu.be/BuYO1wv2qx0

Soon we will be in touch with our schedule of events for the second half of 2023.  We are making arrangements with very interesting guests who are working with social-environmental aspects connecting communities and wildlife conservation that are relevant to CTs. 

Please find us on social media, and more resources on our website:

 

• Website: https://iucn-ctsg-hwi.wixsite.com/workinggroup​
• Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/project/IUCN-SSC-RSG-Human-and-Wildlife-Interactions​
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IUCN-CTSG Human-Wildlife Interactions​
• NEW Twitter: @IUCN_HWICT 

 

Very best wishes

  

Adriana and core group

Dr. Adriana Consorte-McCrea

IUCN SSC/Conservation Translocation Specialist Group,

Chair of the Human-Wildlife Interactions Working Group

adriana.con...@canterbury.ac.uk

https://iucn-ctsg-hwi.wixsite.com/workinggroup

https://www.facebook.com/IUCN-CTSG Human-Wildlife Interactions

https://www.researchgate.net/project/IUCN-SSC-RSG-Human-and-Wildlife-Interaction

 

Associate Editor Human Dimensions of Wildlife | Taylor & Francis Online (tandfonline.com)

Human Dimensions of Animal Translocations in Frontiers in Conservation Science.

 

Find Consorte-McCrea A, Kolipaka S, Owens JR, Ruiz-Miranda CR and Waters S (2022) Guidelines to Facilitate Human-Wildlife Interactions in Conservation Translocations. Front. Conserv. Sci. 3:788520. doi: 10.3389/fcosc.2022.788520 Frontiers | Guidelines to Facilitate Human-Wildlife Interactions in Conservation Translocations | Conservation Science (frontiersin.org)

 

 

 

 

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[Adriana Consorte-McCrea]

Following up from last month’s request for contributions from case studies in conservation translocations that can help us illustrate key areas of interest in human-wildlife interactions, please find a message from Shekhar Kolipaka and Jake Owens, founder members of the HWIWG with more information and a template for collecting the case studies (also attached):

 

Dear Colleague,

 

We hope this letter finds you well and in good spirits. As a valued member of the IUCN/SSC CTSG and Human Wildlife Interactions Working Group, we are reaching out to request your support in enriching our Conservation Translocations Guidelines specifically focusing on the Human Dimension aspect, by contributing relevant case studies.

 

As you may know, we have recently published version 1 of the guidelines^[1], which provide a foundation for understanding the importance of the human dimension in conservation translocations. Now, we aim to enhance these guidelines by incorporating more real-life case studies that demonstrate best practices and practical applications within our community.

 

We recognize the wealth of knowledge and expertise among our members, and we firmly believe that your participation will significantly contribute to the collective wisdom of our community. Your insights and experiences have the power to inspire others, foster learning, and promote innovation in the field.

 

Therefore, we kindly request you to share any case studies or success stories that highlight the human dimension in conservation translocations. We are particularly interested in examples that demonstrate:

1. Stakeholder Engagement: How were stakeholders involved and engaged in the planning and implementation of conservation translocations? What challenges or successes were encountered in this process?

2. Community Involvement: How were local communities engaged and informed about the translocation program? Did the program have any positive impacts on the community? Were there any collaborative efforts to address community concerns or needs?

3. Cultural Considerations: Did the program take into account the social and cultural context of the project area? Were there any challenges or conflicts arising from cultural differences or beliefs, and how were they addressed?

4. Communication and Education: Describe the strategies employed to communicate and educate various stakeholders about the translocation program. Were there any specific initiatives undertaken to raise awareness and support for the program?

5. Benefits and Challenges: What were the positive outcomes and benefits for local communities resulting from the translocation program? Were there any unexpected challenges or negative impacts encountered during the process?

 

We believe that your case studies will be instrumental in expanding our understanding of the human dimension in conservation translocations and improving our guidelines. Your valuable contributions will be duly acknowledged and credited.

 

If you are interested in contributing or have any questions, please respond back to Jake Owens (jake....@lacity.org). We kindly request completed case studies be submitted by August 18, allowing us sufficient time to review and incorporate them into the extended guidelines.

 

Thank you in advance for your willingness to share your experiences and contribute to the growth of our community. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to Jake. We look forward to receiving your insightful case studies.

 

Warm regards,

 

Shekhar Kolipaka

Leiden University, The Netherlands

Institute of Cultural Anthropology and Social Development,

Enclosure: Case Study Questionnaire

 

…and best wishes from

Dr. Adriana Consorte-McCrea

IUCN SSC/Conservation Translocation Specialist Group,

Chair of the Human-Wildlife Interactions Working Group

adriana.con...@canterbury.ac.uk

https://iucn-ctsg-hwi.wixsite.com/workinggroup

https://www.facebook.com/IUCN-CTSG Human-Wildlife Interactions

https://www.researchgate.net/project/IUCN-SSC-RSG-Human-and-Wildlife-Interaction

 

Associate Editor Human Dimensions of Wildlife | Taylor & Francis Online (tandfonline.com)

Human Dimensions of Animal Translocations in Frontiers in Conservation Science.

 

Find Consorte-McCrea A, Kolipaka S, Owens JR, Ruiz-Miranda CR and Waters S (2022) Guidelines to Facilitate Human-Wildlife Interactions in Conservation Translocations. Front. Conserv. Sci. 3:788520. doi: 10.3389/fcosc.2022.788520 Frontiers | Guidelines to Facilitate Human-Wildlife Interactions in Conservation Translocations | Conservation Science (frontiersin.org)

 

 

 

 

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^[1] https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcosc.2022.788520/full

[Adriana Consorte-McCrea]

Dear colleague

 

The Human-Wildlife Interactions Working Group is very pleased and honored to announce the upcoming events.  Please join us for a series of talks to discuss social equity and wellbeing of local communities in relation to conservation translocation projects.  More details attached.

Tuesday the 31^st October 2023 8am (PST) (4pm UK time)   

• Human wellbeing outcomes of conservation programs and social outcome evaluation, led by Dr Bethlehem Astella and Dr Kirstie Ruppert (San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, USA) 

Tuesday the 7^th of November 2023 5pm Soth Africa (4pm UK time)  

• The social dimensions of livelihoods, poverty, well-being and wildlife conservation, led by Gladman Thondhlana (Rhodes University, South Africa). 

Talks will be followed by Q&A and an open discussion where participants are invited to exchange ideas drawn from their own practice and/or research. Events will take place on Microsoft Teams, and links will be shared near the time.  Save the date in your diary!  Events will be recorded, and you may find our previous events here.

 

Please note that we are still inviting case studies for the extended Guidance on HWI in Conservation Translocations

We continue to develop an extended version of our Guidelines to Facilitate Human-Wildlife Interactions in Conservation Translocations 2022 paper.  As we incorporate the feedback we received so far, we would like to invite case studies from the field.  We are looking for case studies that exemplify any of the areas highlighted by the Guidelines paper.  If you would like to contribute to the extended version, please contact " Jake Owens" <jake....@lacity.org>  We really appreciate your help! 

 

Our special issue of Human Dimensions of Animal Translocations in Frontiers of Conservation Science, with 11 papers including an Editorial setting the stage for the issue, features original research over 4 continents, focusing on diverse species, stakeholders and local communities.  Free to download!

Human Dimensions of Animal Translocations Human dimension issues are commonly overseen or treated lightly in translocation projects, even though the success or failure of the project is intimately tied to community involvement, peer’s acceptance, and stakeholder support. An international group of scientists have been discussing these issues for the last 2 years in an ad hoc group of the IUCN’s Conservation Translocations Specialist Group. We have discussed topics such as positive and negative aspects of human-wildlife interactions, the effect of domestic and feral dogs on conservation translocations, seeking support of religious leaders, ethical issues involved in reintroduction into anthropogenic landscapes, involving all stakeholders in project planning and stewardship, and exit strategies. Themes to consider are how to measure and include the various aspects of human dimensions into a project from its planning and implementation to the exit stages. We plan to write one article as a group, invite specialists from several topics to submit contri www.frontiersin.org

Please find us on social media, and more resources on our website:

 

• Website: https://iucn-ctsg-hwi.wixsite.com/workinggroup​
• Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/project/IUCN-SSC-RSG-Human-and-Wildlife-Interactions​
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IUCN-CTSG Human-Wildlife Interactions​

• X: @IUCN_HWICT 

 

[Adriana Consorte-McCrea]

Dear colleague

 

We had to adjust the time of the events to reflect British winter time, which begins on the 29^th of October:

 

Tuesday the 31^st October 2023 9am (PST) (4pm UK time)   

• Human wellbeing outcomes of conservation programs and social outcome evaluation, led by Dr Bethlehem Astella and Dr Kirstie Ruppert (San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, USA) 

Tuesday the 7^th of November 2023 6pm Soth Africa (4pm UK time)  

• The social dimensions of livelihoods, poverty, well-being and wildlife conservation, led by Gladman Thondhlana (Rhodes University, South Africa). 

 

Talks will be followed by Q&A and an open discussion where participants are invited to exchange ideas drawn from their own practice and/or research. Events will take place on Microsoft Teams, and links will be shared near the time.  Save the date in your diary!  Events will be recorded, and you may find our previous events here.

 

Thanks for your understanding! 😊

 

Please find us on social media, and more resources on our website:

[Adriana Consorte-McCrea]

Dear colleague

 

You are invited to join us for the first event in the series of talks to discuss social equity and wellbeing of local communities in relation to conservation translocation projects  (please note that talks are scheduled in GMT -Greenwich Mean Time- and that the clocks will change in the UK on the 29^th of October for British wintertime). Events will take place on Microsoft Teams (find link below):

 

Tuesday the 31^st October 2023 9am (PST) (4pm UK time)   

• Human wellbeing outcomes of conservation programs and social outcome evaluation, led by Dr Bethlehem Astella and Dr Kirstie Ruppert (San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, USA) 

Microsoft Teams meeting

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Meeting ID: 357 129 206 398
Passcode: DLewDH

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The second event of the series will take place on:

Tuesday the 7^th of November 2023 6pm South Africa (4pm UK time)  

• The social dimensions of livelihoods, poverty, well-being and wildlife conservation, led by Gladman Thondhlana (Rhodes University, South Africa). 

Talks will be followed by Q&A and an open discussion where participants are invited to exchange ideas drawn from their own practice and/or research. Events will be recorded, and you may find our previous events here.

 

Please find us on social media, and more resources on our website:

 

• Website: https://iucn-ctsg-hwi.wixsite.com/workinggroup​
• Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/project/IUCN-SSC-RSG-Human-and-Wildlife-Interactions​
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IUCN-CTSG Human-Wildlife Interactions​
• X: @IUCN_HWICT 

 

We look forward to seeing you them!

Very best wishes

  

Adriana and core group

Dr. Adriana Consorte-McCrea

IUCN SSC/Conservation Translocation Specialist Group,

Chair of the Human-Wildlife Interactions Working Group

adriana.con...@canterbury.ac.uk

https://iucn-ctsg-hwi.wixsite.com/workinggroup

https://www.facebook.com/IUCN-CTSG Human-Wildlife Interactions

https://www.researchgate.net/project/IUCN-SSC-RSG-Human-and-Wildlife-Interaction

Associate Editor Human Dimensions of Wildlife | Taylor & Francis Online (tandfonline.com)

Topic Co-Editor Human Dimensions of Animal Translocations in Frontiers in Conservation Science.

[Adriana Consorte-McCrea]

Dear colleague

 

Here are the links to join us in the 2 upcoming events to discuss social dimensions, equity and wellbeing of local communities in relation to conservation translocation projects  (please note that talks are scheduled in GMT -Greenwich Mean Time- and that the clocks will change in the UK on the 29^th of October for British wintertime). Events will take place on Microsoft Teams (find links below):

 

Tuesday the 31^st October 2023 9am (PST) (4pm UK time)   

• Human wellbeing outcomes of conservation programs and social outcome evaluation, led by Dr Bethlehem Astella and Dr Kirstie Ruppert (San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, USA) 

Microsoft Teams meeting

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Meeting ID: 357 129 206 398
Passcode: DLewDH

Download Teams | Join on the web

Learn More

Tuesday the 7^th of November 2023 6pm South Africa (4pm UK time)  

• The social dimensions of livelihoods, poverty, well-being and wildlife conservation, led by Gladman Thondhlana (Rhodes University, South Africa). 

Microsoft Teams meeting

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Meeting ID: 339 075 169 877
Passcode: vcgMpq

Download Teams | Join on the web

Learn More 

[Adriana Consorte-McCrea]

Dear colleague

Due to changes in clocks because of winter time (this is the case in the UK), please make sure you have the correct times for the events this Tuesday the 31^st of October and next Tuesday the 7^th of November!

 

Dear colleague

 

Here are the links to join us in the 2 upcoming events to discuss social dimensions, equity and wellbeing of local communities in relation to conservation translocation projects  (please note that talks are scheduled in GMT -Greenwich Mean Time). Events will take place on Microsoft Teams (find links below):

 

Tuesday the 31^st October 2023 9am (PST) (4pm GMT)   

• Human wellbeing outcomes of conservation programs and social outcome evaluation, led by Dr Bethlehem Astella and Dr Kirstie Ruppert (San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, USA) 

Microsoft Teams meeting

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Meeting ID: 357 129 206 398
Passcode: DLewDH

Download Teams | Join on the web

Learn More

Tuesday the 7^th of November 2023 6pm South Africa (4pm GMT)  

[Adriana Consorte-McCrea]

Dear colleague

Thank you for taking part on Tuesday the 31^st of October discussion 'Human wellbeing outcomes of conservation programs and social outcome evaluation'  led by Dr Bethlehem Astella and Dr Kirstie Ruppert (San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, USA).   We were immensely grateful for their so very enriching and thought-provoking presentations.  If you missed these, soon we will be sharing the recording and associated resources that will enable us to get further into the topics introduced by them.

The next event in the series to discuss social dimensions, equity and wellbeing of local communities in relation to conservation translocation projects  (please note that talks are scheduled in GMT -Greenwich Mean Time) is coming up - it will also take place on Microsoft Teams (find more information attached and link below):

 

Tuesday the 7^th of November 2023 6pm South Africa (4pm GMT winter time)  

• The social dimensions of livelihoods, poverty, well-being and wildlife conservation, led by Gladman Thondhlana (Rhodes University, South Africa). 

Microsoft Teams meeting

Join on your computer, mobile app or room device

Click here to join the meeting

Meeting ID: 339 075 169 877
Passcode: vcgMpq

Download Teams | Join on the web

Learn More 

The talk will be followed by Q&A and an open discussion where participants are invited to exchange ideas drawn from their own practice and/or research.  The event will be recorded, and you may find our previous events here.

[Adriana Consorte-McCrea]

Dear colleague

Thank you for joining us in this series of discussions on social equity and wellbeing of local communities in relation to conservation translocation projects. If you were able to join us during the live events or will watch them for the first time now, these were thought-provoking sessions full of insightful contributions from remarkable researchers, which resonated with participants.  The topics and key questions raised by them, based on their experiences and expertise, are transferable to conservation translocation projects across the globe,  with consideration for the uniqueness of context.  I hope you find these relevant and inspiring for your own practice, and please get in touch with the leads directly if you wish to ask more questions or further the contact (emails below).   These events inspired other topics that we would like to discuss further... more to come next year!  Links to the recordings are below. 

TALK 1 

Tuesday the 31st October 2023  

Human wellbeing outcomes of conservation programs and social outcome evaluation https://youtu.be/mLFGK7mjdH4

Opportunities to embed human dimensions research throughout the translocation cycle, led by Dr Kirstie Ruppert (Social Scientist, Conservation Science & Wildlife Health, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, USA) KRup...@sdzwa.org

Measuring Human wellbeing outcomes of SDZWA conservation programs: Case study from Cameroon and Kenya, led by Dr Bethlehem Astella (Postdoctoral Associate, Community Engagement, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, USA)  bast...@sdzwa.org

Please find attached the papers 'Measuring Social Equity Outcomes in a Community-Based Conservation Program in Ethiopia: Developing and Applying Local Indicators' (Abebe and Jones 2022) and 'Examining social equity in community-based conservation programs: A case study of controlled hunting programs in Bale Mountains, Ethiopia' (Abebe et al 2020).

TALK 2 

Tuesday the 7^th of November 2023 

The social dimensions of livelihoods, poverty, well-being and wildlife conservation  https://youtu.be/lvnQaPY25AA

Led by Gladman Thondhlana (Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Environmental Science, Rhodes University, South Africa).  g.thon...@ru.ac.za

Please find attached the paper 'Non-material costs of wildlife conservation to local people and their implications for conservation interventions' (Thondhlana et al 2020). 

If you have a suggestion about a topic that is relevant to your conservation translocation, or would like to lead a discussion, please get in touch!  We would love to hear from you 😊

You may find our previous events here. You may find us on social media, and more resources on our website:

 

• Website: https://iucn-ctsg-hwi.wixsite.com/workinggroup​
• Researchgate: https://www.researchgate.net/project/IUCN-SSC-RSG-Human-and-Wildlife-Interactions​
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IUCN-CTSG Human-Wildlife Interactions​
• X: @IUCN_HWICT 

 

Very best wishes