June meeting
Tuesday 11 June at the Indonesian embassy, 6.30pm for 6.45pm
34 years of Orangutan Conservation in Kalimantan
Past Achievements and Future Challenges
by Ashley Leiman OBE
Director/Trustee of the Orangutan Foundation and AIS council member
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Over 34 years, The Orangutan Foundation, dedicated to orangutan and forest protection, has evolved remarkably. From humble beginnings, it has achieved milestones through collaboration and resilience, establishing sanctuaries, and advocating for sustainable practices. Despite challenges, its commitment remains steadfast. It has saved lives, restored habitats, and made a lasting impact. Moving forward, its members are driven to safeguard orangutans and their forest, ensuring a brighter future for these incredible creatures and the community around the forest.
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Ashley is the Director of the Orangutan Foundation, which she founded in 1990. Ashley has been actively involved in Asian conservation for over 40 years. In 1985 she was on the organising committee of the New York Rainforest Alliance. In 1986 she studied with Dr Birute Galdikas in Tanjung Puting National Park, Kalimantan. In 2006, Ashley received an OBE for her services to orangutan conservation. She is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society.
July meeting
The annual AIS summer picnic at the ambassador’s residence will be on July 13. Please save the date. Full details will be sent out soon.
Here are some photos of last year’s successful event:
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