A lovely Photo of Thandi the Rhino and her first calf Thembi by © Brendon Jennings at the Kariega Game Reserve
World Rhino Day 2024 Webinar Recording: Creating Hope for Rhinos: Uniting to Save Rhinos from Extinction
On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, in honor of World Rhino Day, Wildlife Jewels® hosted an insightful webinar where we explored the magnificent world of rhinos, addressed the devastating impact of poaching, and showcased innovative initiatives for rhino protection.
Our esteemed featured speakers, including Dr. William Fowlds, world-renowned Wildlife Veterinarian South Africa; Lindy Sutherland, CEO of the Kariega Foundation; Mike Veale, CEO of Global Conservation Force; and Lu Gao, Senior Program Officer at the World Wildlife Fund US, shared their insights, experiences, and innovative approaches to protecting rhinos from extinction.
We emphasized the crucial role of cross-sector partnerships, community-led programs, collaborative anti-poaching efforts, and the use of AI and technology in tackling poaching and rhino horn trafficking to safeguard our precious rhinos.
Our host, Azi Sharif, PhD, Executive Director Wildlife Jewels discussed the significance of fostering cross-sector collaborations to enhance wildlife protection and conservation.
Our webinar concluded with a Q&A session moderated by Mike Veale, where the audience posed their questions, and our experts provided insightful answers.
Wildlife Jewels World Rhino Day 2024 Webinar Recording: Creating Hope for Rhinos: Uniting to Save Rhinos from Extinction
Creating Hope for Rhinos: Uniting to Save Rhinos from Extinction
Watch the recording below!
World Rhino Day 2024 Webinar: Uniting to Save Rhinos from Extinction
Photo of Thandi & Zolani by © Jaco Mitchell at Kariega Game Reserve
Meet Miracle Poaching Survivor Thandi and Her Calf Thembi!
Thandi, a magnificent rhino who survived a brutal poaching attack in 2012, and her precious first calf, Thembi, are symbols of hope and resilience. Born on January 2015, just three years after Thandi’s horrific poaching attack, Thembi’s name means "hope." While usually poached rhinos are left mutilated and suffer very painful deaths, Thandi and Thembi's story offers a beacon of light and a stark reminder that poaching must be stopped.
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“We dream of a world where wildlife thrives untouched by human activities, roaming freely in their natural habitats. In this world, every person recognizes the magnificent beauty and value of living wildlife, and takes significant action to ensure safety and protection of wildlife.”
— Azi Sharif, Founder & Executive Director Wildlife Jewels®