The Royal Geographical Society - Singapore presents Nandini Velho: “From Mosquito To Minister: Reflections From Field Work In Arunachal Pradesh” on Thursday 26th November 7.00pm SG time (11am UK time). Join us for an insightful conversation about an incredible wildlife conservation biologist, working in one of the world’s most biodiverse hotspots in the world - spanning the Eastern Himalaya and Indo-Myanmar.

About Nandini

“As a researcher who did field work in remote areas, my work has focused on the human- dimensions of wildlife management as well as understanding rainforest dynamics in tropical forests. Concurrently, I have worked closely with local forest managers, policy makers in the Office of the then Minister of Environment and Forests, and engaged in depth with on-ground outreach and conservation activities, including healthcare and logistical support of front-line forest staff, conservation education and extensive writing in the popular medium.

My experience in field, has enabled me to gain experience not only in designing and implementing research projects, but also in helping solve conservation problems in a complex socio-economic context on tight deadlines and limited budgets. In this talk, I will explore upon a decade of our work related to different management systems in Arunachal Pradesh, which spans two Global Biodiversity Hotspots (Eastern Himalaya and Indo-Myanmar), and is among the most biodiverse areas in the world.”

Click here for the Zoom link (active on the 26th November, 7.00pm Singapore time.