Ms. Sanjeevani Yonzon Shrestha is a well-known Environmentalist and Director at Wildlife Conservation Nepal. Her career spans a little over twenty years as a conservationist, educator, writer and a humanitarian responder. She holds a Master’s degree in Environmental Science from Tribhuvan University and is pursuing a degree in pedagogy. Ms. Yonzon is especially committed to engaging communities and people from all walks of life in nature conservation and to transform the way environmental education is taught in Nepal. She has co-written more than twenty different books for children and teachers, several lesson plans and curricula on Environment. She is a US Embassy’s IVLP (International Visitor Leadership Program) fellow and currently she is leading the Green School movement with her team. She is a recipient of Excellence in Environmental Protection Allumuni Award Xavier Academy 2018 and WWF Conservation Award, Nepal 2021.

A passionate advocator of circular economy, she is also involved in developing community-based innovative solutions to mitigate the repercussions of climate change and create viable local business solutions to tackle such issues with her team and different partners. In the past few years, Ms. Yonzon has developed and implemented educational and advocacy programs and projects on wildlife conservation, waste management, climate change, and natural resource management in coordination with different stakeholders and different levels of government of Nepal.

Mr. Subash Kharel is a highly motivated and dedicated Environmentalist working for more than 12 years in this field. He has been associated with WCN since 2009 and involved in Environmental Education program in which he has successfully coordinated different activities to reach out various location of the country to generate general awareness on environment. Mr. Kharel has expertise on developing publications produced by the organization and also outside of the organization. He is one of the strategic members of WCN and also actively involved in liaison government officials as well as other partner organizations. He has proficiency on Local Curriculum Development and Green School Concept and engaged on flourishing both for the better learning outcome and conservation of environment.

He has a strong background on climate change issues and natural resources management. He also has long working experience with community forestry where he has provided his intelligence in livelihood enhancement of marginalized community with green business.

Mr. Rajeshwar Rijal, Nature Interpreter at WCN is an Educator and Social Scientist. An expert of Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) and Rapid Rural Appraisal (RRA), Mr. Rijal has more than 15 years of professional experience. He has contributed on institutionalizing Interactive Environmental Education in Schools and developed several local curricula for different local governments of Nepal. Moreover, he has been supporting climate change adaptation and mitigation activities for the improvement of livelihood of rural communities and worked for Natural Resource-based Community Development Activities in different parts of Nepal. His competence on different publications of Wildlife Conservation Nepal and Nepal Government is exemplary. 

Mr. Rijal holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental science and Master’s Degree in Rural Development specialization in Natural Resource Management from Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu Nepal. 

Mr. Buddha Bhakta Maharjan is the Finance Officer and Admin Assistant at Wildlife Conservation Nepal (WCN) with more than 9 years of established experience in the field of accounting, finance and administration. Mr. Maharjan is a graduate of Business Studies, Management Faculty from Patan Multiple Campus in Patan Dhoka and on his way to earn MBS from Patan Multiple Campus, Tribhuvan University. Also, his interest lies on being an entrepreneur to support local women groups.

Mr. Raju Biswokarma is a finance professional currently working as a Finance Assistant at Wildlife Conservation Nepal. With over three years of experience in accounting, he specializes in financial management and administrative operations. He holds a degree in Business Studies with a focus on Management, providing him with a strong foundation in finance and decision-making. Passionate about nature and wildlife, he is dedicated to supporting conservation efforts through his work. Committed to learning and growth, he embraces new challenges to enhance his expertise and make a meaningful impact in his field.

Mr. Nabin Gopal Baidya is a noted environmentalist and Program consultant at Wildlife Conservation Nepal. With more than 15 years of working experience, he has spent his professional life working for research and developmental projects that focus on conservation of wildlife and protecting endangered flora and fauna, mitigating the consequences of human-wildlife conflict, as well as securing the safety and livelihoods of residents who closely share their environment with wildlife.

He holds a Master’s degree in Environment and Wildlife management from Tribhuvan University of Nepal and attended East-West Center, University of Hawaii at Manoa for Asia-Pacific Leadership Program (APLP). He is also a Law Graduate from Nepal Law Campus, Kathmandu, Nepal, and EMBA from Ace Institute of Management (affiliated with Pokhara University).

Ms. Ritu Gurung KC is a Program Consultant at WCN and has over 15 years of experience of managing projects on Natural Resource Management. She has led projects where the key focus areas are mobilizing women for sustainable livelihood and forestry, interactive environmental education, advocacy and outreach. At WCN she was responsible for the organization’s strategy and project development and its execution. She graduated with dual degree (MSc.) in International Studies in Tropical Aquatic Ecology from Bremen University, Germany and Environmental Science, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu. She is a recipient of DAAD Scholarship program and is also an IVLP (International Visitor Leadership Program) Alumni.

Ms. Manisha Bhusal is an intern at Wildlife Conservation Nepal, dedicated to biodiversity conservation and environmental sustainability. She holds a bachelor's degree in environmental science and is passionate about protecting nature, she actively educates young minds on critical issues like climate change. At WCN, she is contributing to school programs, inspiring students to understand environmental challenges and take meaningful action. Her experience has deepened her commitment to scientific research and environmental education. Believing in the power of awareness and action, Manisha attempts to empower communities to become stewards of the natural world, creating a lasting impact on people and the planet.

Mr. Sandipta P. Maskey is currently a student at Ullens IBDP and an extern at Wildlife Conservation Nepal. He is not only a student but also an outdoor enthusiast. His love for animals and the outdoors fuels his mission to help conserve the natural world. At WCN he has been part of various school programs and currently, he is planning an educational outdoor expedition.When he’s not in school or at the office, you’ll probably find him either hiking or fishing. He takes his time at WCN as a great learning experience where he is building a strong foundation for his dreams of pursuing environmental science in the future.