EcoStrategist

  Drawing from over 25 years of enriching experience across Latin America and Asia, my journey in the conservation sector has been a testament to the evolving landscape of NGO management and fundraising. With a background deeply rooted in environmental projects and an MBA to bolster my administrative acumen, I've navigated through various roles, from leading conservation programs at EcoCiencia and BirdLife International to pioneering innovative water programs with Rare in Colombia. Each role has contributed a piece to the intricate puzzle of my understanding of the nonprofit world. Embracing Storytelling as a Core Strategy Throughout my career, starting from my early days at EcoCiencia, leading projects that monitored insect communities in Esmeraldas, to my strategic leadership roles at BirdLife International, where I directed a diverse team across the Americas, I've witnessed the compelling impact of personal stories. These narratives, whether they’re about the communities...

 In an era where climate change poses an existential threat to our planet, the conversation around sustainability has never been more urgent. However, the dialogue is incomplete without addressing the social equity component. The quest for a sustainable future is not just about environmental protection but ensuring that every community has equitable access to the benefits of sustainability efforts. How can we ensure that our fight against environmental degradation also champions social justice? Environmental challenges do not affect everyone equally. Marginalized communities across the globe bear the brunt of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution despite contributing the least to these crises. For instance, studies have shown that low-income and minority communities often reside in areas with higher exposure to air and water pollution (Bell & Ebisu, 2012; Mohai, Pellow, & Roberts, 2009). These communities also face greater risks from climate-induced disasters, wit...