Who We Are
Together, we bring our collective expertise to the forefront, striving to enact meaningful change and contribute positively to solving the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity loss.
Partners
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The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)
IISD is an award-winning independent think tank working to accelerate solutions for a stable climate, sustainable resource management, and fair economies. We work with nature to help address the impacts of climate change, biodiversity loss, and many other threats to a sustainable future. As a think tank, we inspire better decisions and spark meaningful action to help people and the planet thrive. We shine a light on what can be achieved when governments, businesses, non-profits, and communities come together.
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Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)
The WCS is an international non-governmental organization committed to working with communities, governments, and other partners to safeguard biodiversity and natural resources through integrated land and seascape management underpinned by applied research. We run programs spanning the entire ocean and more than 3 million biologically critical square miles in nearly 60 countries. The CAPA Initiative is working with WCS Belize, WCS Fiji, and WCS Central.
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World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
WWF is an independent conservation organization with a global network in over 100 countries that collaborates with people at all levels to develop and deliver innovative solutions that protect wildlife and communities. Our mission is to stop the degradation of the planet’s natural environment and to build a future in which people live in harmony with nature. The CAPA Initiative is working with WWF Uganda, WWF Zambia, WWF Africa, and WWF International.
IISD Team
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Alec Crawford
Director, Nature for Resilience
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Danielle Kitson
Project Coordinator
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Anika Terton
Senior Policy Advisor and Lead
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Francine Irakoze
Project Manager
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Calais Caswell
Policy Advisor II, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion
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Nicole Jang
Policy Analyst I
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Onyinye Oguntoye
Communications Officer
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Jeffrey Qi
Policy Advisor I
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Susan Sekirime
Senior Policy Advisor
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Veronica Lo
Senior Policy Advisor
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Izhaar Ali
CAPA Fiji Embedded Coordinator