Kelsey joined us this Summer time, and it’s been a whirlwind of exercise throughout her internship. Kelsey, along with her background in PR and communications (and dance!) has been researching media contacts, aiding with occasion planning and manufacturing, writing weblog posts, press releases – and at last gotten us up and operating on Tik Tok!
Whereas Kelsey’s favourite animals have at all times been elephants and monkeys, she is now additionally a brand new large fan of the serval, studying a number of wonderful details about them whereas researching and writing 10 enjoyable details about servals. It’s been a pleasure having Kelsey on the staff and ramping up our communications in the course of the Summer time. Be taught extra about Kelsey in our Q&A method interview under.
How did you study Wild Tomorrow and our work?
It was by my father’s place as an Environmental Conservation Officer with New York State that I grew to become conscious of Wild Tomorrow. Due to his place, he is ready to journey to Africa usually. My father had taken me on the journey with him in 2019, and through that journey, I acquired the chance to study concerning the Wild Tomorrow’s strides to guard wildlife in addition to seeing the Larger Ukuwela Nature Reserve.
Why does Wild Tomorrow’s mission resonate with you?
Wild Tomorrow’s mission resonates with me as a result of conserving wildlife earlier than it is too late is a urgent matter. As soon as a species is gone, we won’t carry it again. I feel it is necessary to take steps to guard the remaining wildlife and to deepen our understanding of the human affect on nature. We have to use that understanding to make modifications which might be helpful to the wild.
Essentially the most thrilling facet of Wild Tomorrow’s work is the unbelievable progress they’ve achieved since they began this group. Their steady growth and the eagerness they convey to their work is really inspiring. It is thrilling to listen to concerning the opening of the conservation middle and the creation of a hall that enables animals to roam freely. Realizing that Wild Tomorrow is making an actual distinction for animals and their habitats, from NYC, is extremely thrilling and galvanizing.
For so long as I can bear in mind, my father has taught me the significance of defending wildlife and preserving the pure surroundings. What excited me essentially the most about my internship was the chance to study extensively about wildlife and deepen my understanding of the conservation efforts taken by Wild Tomorrow. I used to be additionally thrilled concerning the alternative of dwelling in New York Metropolis for six weeks, exploring all the things town has to supply whereas gaining this priceless expertise.
What’s your favourite African animal?
Elephants are my all-time favourite animal. Not solely are they lovely but in addition possess a robust sense of household and the flexibility to recollect experiences from their youth. Enjoyable truth: elephants can get sunburned! I noticed elephants for the primary time within the wild at Tembe Elephant Park in South Africa, a reserve supported by Wild Tomorrow. It was wonderful!
How was the internship useful for you by way of expertise constructing?
This internship has been extremely priceless to me as a result of I’ve improved in my areas of research, significantly communication and public relations. I’ve had the chance to jot down weblog posts, press releases, and bulletins, which has been enormously helpful. Moreover, attending conferences and interacting with donors firsthand has offered invaluable expertise. I’ve additionally gained intensive information about Wild Tomorrow’s mission and the way they help varied species in South Africa. As an intern, I’ve realized about animals I had by no means heard of earlier than, comparable to servals and pangolins. Researching and studying about these species and Wild Tomorrow’s work has positively modified my perspective.
What pleasantly shocked me essentially the most about this internship was how Wild Tomorrow effectively manages such quite a lot of duties concurrently. Observing the group juggle many initiatives without delay whereas staying organized was spectacular. Moreover, I used to be amazed by the intensive community of connections they’ve and the people I had the privilege to satisfy by Wild Tomorrow occasions and the work itself.
I’m so grateful for this expertise!
We’re so grateful you had been in a position to be a part of us this Summer time, Kelsey! Hope after commencement you discover a solution to mix dance and wildlife conservation.
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