Episode 158 / Dibblex Lesalon: The Heart of Collaborative Conservation with Mara Elephant Project
Release Date: 02/15/2024
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info_outlineConscious collaboration, as demonstrated by the Mara Elephant Project (MEP), is about working together with various stakeholders, organizations, and communities towards a common goal with awareness and intentionality.
It involves recognizing the interconnectedness of different entities and understanding that collaboration is key to achieving sustainable solutions.
It is my honor to have Dibblex on this episode to chat about the heart of MEP's conservation strategy whose goal is driving collective action towards the protection of elephants, wildlife habitats, and the well-being of local communities.
Key Takeaways
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00:00 - Introduction
Here is a little more about our guest!
Dibblex brings a wealth of experience and expertise to MEP. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Tourism Management from Strathmore University and has held various positions in the local tourism sector. As a Kenyan fellow of the Inaugural African Conservation Voices Media Labs co-created by Jackson Wild and African Wildlife Foundation, Dibblex is dedicated to leveraging the power of storytelling to amplify the voices of conservation through his captivating podcast, Boots on the Ground.
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7:09 - Impact of COVID on local tourism in Kenya
Dibblex and I are getting right into the heart of Kenya's tourism scene, first talking about the impact of COVID-19 on local tourism and some of our personal experiences in the wild during this season.
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9:33 - Importance of sustainable travel
We can not talk about conscious travel without touching on how our tourism activities correlate with sustainability. What is the transformative power of this conscious consumerism and its ripple effects on communities and ecosystems?
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16:52 - The Mara Elephant Project and their conservation technologies
The Mara Elephant Project is revolutionizing conservation through their cutting-edge conservation technologies and pioneering efforts to safeguard Kenya's majestic elephants. We are talking about these technologies and how their roots run deeper than just conservation but empowering their community of rangers.
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30:38 - The Mara Elephant Project , Imani Collective & other collaborative efforts
MEP collaborates with government agencies, organizations like Imani Collective, wildlife trusts, research institutes, and local communities to implement sustainable solutions and promote coexistence between humans and wildlife. If you have been looking for an initiative to pour into, contact MEP.
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38:30 - Conclusion
By engaging in sustainable travel practices, supporting local initiatives, and fostering partnerships, you can contribute to the preservation of wildlife and ecosystems while enriching your own travel experiences. The Mara Elephant Project serves as a testament to the power of collective action in safeguarding biodiversity and promoting harmonious coexistence between humans and wildlife.
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