TARA KILACHAND

Tara has dedicated two decades to journalism and wildlife conservation, driven by a deep commitment to crafting complex nature stories that challenge stereotypes and highlight the connections between human and non-human species. Over the past nine years, she has worked with and provided consultancy for various conservation organizations across Africa, including WildAid, Maliasili, and Unearthodox, focusing on behavior change media. Tara has led campaigns across several African nations, addressing issues such as curbing illegal bushmeat demand in urban areas of West and Central Africa and building support for lion conservation in Tanzania. In 2018, she participated in an expedition down the Kembo River in Angola.