WHO WE ARE
Our Vision
A world where people and nature are connected, thriving and in balance
Our Mission
We protect and restore biodiverse landscapes by creating economic incentives for people to invest in nature
Our Story
Established in 2020 by a group of internationally recognised conservation scientists who want to champion nature-based solutions that are currently undervalued by traditional conservation organisations.
Our scientists include high-ranking individuals within the International Union For the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Oxford University, and Macquarie University.
Our scientists also advise CITES and the luxury sector on the sustainable sourcing of natural raw materials.
We currently manage conservation reserves in Australia, Mexico, the United States, and Zimbabwe.
People For Wildlife is a public charity (not for profit) registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
OUR PEOPLE
DR. DANIEL NATUSCH
Executive Director
People for Wildlife founder Dr Daniel Natusch is a leading conservation expert and reptile biologist. He has worked in conservation research, policy, and development, and currently chairs the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)’s Snake Specialist Group.
Daniel is also a member of the IUCN’s Crocodile Specialist Group, and Sustainable Use and Livelihoods Specialist Group. He is a director of EPIC Biodiversity, a global consulting company specializing in cross-sector collaboration for species conservation.
DR. PATRICK AUST
Conservation Scientist
Dr Patrick Aust specialises in integrating conservation biology with agriculture and sustainable development. He consults for organisations including CITES, IUCN, Southeast Asian Reptile Conservation Alliance (SARCA), as well as for the commercial sector to help advance more sustainable reptile product supply chains.
Patrick is driven to find practical approaches to prevent species loss, and much of his work has focused on developing new food production systems that enhance food security, reduce poverty, foster livelihood diversification and raise the standard of living for vulnerable communities in Africa and Asia.
DR. BENJAMIN MULLER
Conservation Scientist
Dr Benjamin Muller has over 12 years field experience in conservation, wildlife biology and research projects. His range of field expertise include acoustic ecology, behavioural ecology, and long term field monitoring; with experience in fundraising, policy guidance and developing grant applications.
Prior to joining the PFW team, Ben was working in Toamasina, Madagascar as a program coordinator for The Madagascar Fauna and Flora Group, where he lead his team in developing and implementing a long term management program of targeted invasive species.
WARREN STREVENS
Conservation Land Manager
Having lived and worked throughout Cape York Peninsula for over 25 years, Warren Strevens brings a wealth of experience and invaluable local knowledge to the PFW team. Warren was the ranger coordinator for the NPARC/Apudthama land sea ranger program for 10 years, gaining him extensive experience in operational planning, land management, wildlife protection, and an unequalled understanding of the opportunities and challenges we face daily in the Apudthama reserve.
Warren was a founding member of the Western Cape Turtle Threat and Abatement Alliance (WCTTAA), which was formed to effectively monitor and protect sea turtles on the western cape; as well as this, he has developed monitoring programs for flatback turtles, green turtles, hawksbill turtles, olive ridley turtles and freshwater turtles endemic to Cape York.
SOPHIE BUCKMAN
Operations Manager
Coming from a diverse management background, Sophie Buckman has working experience in logistics, event management, creative design, and administration. She has worked for multiple organisations including NGOs, charities, film production companies, community groups, and emergency response services.
She has just relocated to Australia from Tanzania where she was living and working throughout East Africa for 20 years.
Our Partners
