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About the webcast: Luisa Maffi will introduce the concept of biocultural diversity; and explain the benefits of understanding the linkages between biodiversity and culture for conservation and sustainability. Robert Wild will further the discussion through a focus on sacred natural areas. He will explore the benefits of utilising the connection between these natural areas and cultural values in order to protect landscapes.
Who should register? Professionals and academics working in the fields of conservation, tourism and heritage management.
Can’t make the date? Don’t worry, simply email Rachel.Butler@earthscan.co.uk with Reconnecting Nature and Culture recording in the subject line and we will send you a link to the archived event.
The Speakers
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Luisa Maffi is co-author of Biocultural Diversity Conservation, she is a linguist, anthropologist, and one of the originators of the field of biocultural diversity. She is co-founder and Director of the international NGO Terralingua. She is based in British Columbia, Canada. |
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Robert Wild is co-editor of Sacred Natural Sites. An ecologist and social scientist with 25 years practical experience of working with communities at protected areas in East Africa, Caribbean, Indian Ocean and Europe. He is chair of the IUCN's Specialist Group on Cultural and Spiritual Values of Protected Areas, and is based in Scotland.
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20% Discount
20% DISCOUNT ON EARTHCAST BOOKS Type EARTHCAST into the voucher box in your shopping cart for a 20% discount on any Earthscan book when you order at www.earthscan.co.uk. You'll find books featured in this Earthcast here: Biocultural Diversity Conservation and Sacred Natural Sites.
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Deviah Aiama, Policy Analyst, Natural Resources Canada
“An excellent way of hearing about recent developments from leading thinkers in the field.”
Dr Sarah Dalrymple, Teaching Fellow in Ecology, University of Aberdeen
Further information
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