World Species Congress, hosted by Reverse the Red
Join us on Wednesday 15 May as we connect with conservationists across the globe for the first-ever World Species Congress, hosted by Reverse the Red.
Pop into the Taronga Institute of Science and Learning in Sydney or stop by the Taronga Wildlife Hosptial in Dubbo to hear success stories, strategies for species recovery, and innovative ways to drive impact.
We’ll be screening a packed agenda of presentations from inspiring and eye-opening conservationists. In Sydney, you’ll be able to chat directly to Taronga’s team of experts who are fighting to prevent extinction while at Taronga Western Plains Zoo you’ll be able to see conservation in action at our brand-new Wildlife Hospital.
Details
When:
9:30am – 4:30pm, Wednesday 15 May 2024
Cost:
Open to all Zoo guests, Zoo Friends, students and volunteers. The event is free to attend for all Zoo visitors with their entry ticket or membership.
Location:
Taronga Institute of Science and Learning, Taronga Zoo Sydney
Taronga Wildlife Hospital, Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo
Event Schedule for Sydney
Taronga Institute of Science and Learning, Taronga Zoo Sydney
| Event | Time |
| Meet a Conservationist and a Koala – Rachael Schildkraut | 09:30am – 09:45am |
| Origami Workshop with Eggpicnic | 9:30am – 3:00pm |
| Knitwear Showcase from R:E:D Rescue Endangered by Design with Polly Cevallos | 9:30am – 3:00pm |
| Meet a Scientist – Monique Van Sluys, Regent Honeyeater recovery program | 10:00am – 10:15am |
| Meet a Scientist – Dr Jonathan Daly, Conserving the Great Barrier Reef (Jon) | 10:30am – 10:45am |
| Meet a Scientist – Dr Justine O’Brien, Biobanking and Cryopreservation for Species’ Survival | 11:00am – 11:15am |
| Meet the critically endangered Corroboree Frog with Michael McFadden | 11:30am – 12:00pm |
| Conservation in Action Q&A Panel – Taronga, Jane Goodall Institute Australia and the Zoo and Aquarium Association | 12:00pm – 12:45pm |
| Meet a Scientist – Dr Jo Day, Marine turtle Research | 1:00pm – 1:15pm |
| Meet a Scientist – Dr Heather Fenton, Understanding Wildlife Health and Diseases | 1:30pm – 1:45pm |
| Immersive Classrooms Tour | 2:00pm – 2:30pm |
| Meet a Scientist – Dr Phoebe Meagher, Wildlife Forensics | 2:30pm – 2:45pm |
About Reverse the Red
Reverse the Red is a global movement that ignites strategic cooperation and action to ensure the survival of wild species and ecosystems and reverse the negative trend of biodiversity loss.
Through a strategic initiative, Reverse the Red brings together a diverse coalition of leading scientists, advocates, and partners committed to using a data-driven and science-based approach to assess, plan, and act for species conservation.
Reverse the Red provides the tools and expertise to empower governments, partners and local communities to set and reach species conservation targets and celebrates and amplifies successful achievements for species.
About Eggpicnic
Eggpicnic is an acclaimed design studio devoted to wildlife conservation set up by designers and birders Camila De Gregorio and Christopher Macaluso. They produce art prints and public art to end wildlife extinction through education and to raise public support for birdlife worldwide. They actively support conservation programs, with profits from their work directly donated to support scientific research.
In 2023, their work was selected to illuminate the façade of the Australian Parliament House and for Vivid Sydney 2023, with their animations projected on all four pylons of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Their work has been transformed into impressive large-scale public art installations, commissioned by the City of Sydney, the City of Melbourne, Sydney Olympic Park, and at Bondi Beach. Recognised for their artistic excellence, they received accolades from the Sydney Opera House in 2019.
About R:E:D Rescue Endangered by Design
R:E:D: is a book to raise awareness of endangered animals through design. book and an educational book, with patterns for children and adults.
The book shows 33 beautiful hand knitted jumpers made by seven international designers, focusing on 17 endangered species, each with their story. The book is not only includes kitting patterns for children and adults, but promotes education through cross generational learning.
