Practical Communication Strategies for Conservation and Environmental Projects

Описание: This webinar explores practical communication approaches for conservation professionals. It focuses on translating science into accessible messages, working with media, engaging local communities, and adapting outreach to fit different cultural and resource contexts.

Topics covered:
• Science communication without oversimplifying
• Media engagement and avoiding sensationalism
• Localisation and low-tech outreach strategies
• Community-based communication approaches
• Addressing misinformation and cross-cultural challenges

Timecodes:
00:00-04:09 - Introduction to the webinar and Nature FIRST project: Kacia Rutkouskaja (dotSPACE, Nature FIRST)
04:10-17:13 - Science Communication: Nikola Ganchev (Bulgarian Academy of Science)
17:14-36:57 - Media Relations & Sensationalism: Iva Toncheva-Boesten (Bulgarian News Agency)
36:58-50:05 - Media Relations & Sensationalism: Robin Rigg (Slovak Wildlife Society, Carnivore Damage Prevention News)
50:06-01:02:57 - Localisation & Community Engagement: Dr. Anna Sustersic (coexistence.life)
01:02:58-01:13:29 - Localisation & Community Engagement: Boris Hinojo (3eData)
01:13:30-01:20:51 - Localisation & Community Engagement: Roman Cherepanyn (WWF-Ukraine)
01:20:52-01:32:02 - Adapting Communication to Contexts:Judith Dekkers (Kumbe Biodiversity)
01:32:03-01:32:54 - Closure and invitation to Nature FIRST conference on 25-26 June

Original recording date: April 24, 2025
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