Our Community and Networks
We are a highly collaborative group, and work actively with researchers from across disciplines and with practitioners in areas such as law and plant ecology. Especially given the interdisciplinary nature of our interests and members, these communities are central parts of our work.
Nepal Conservation Research Fellowship
In partnership with the NGO, Greenhood Nepal, our Lab co-hosts this Nepal-based network of conservation scholar-practitioners. Many early-career researchers across the Global Majority countries struggle to envision viable careers in the conservation, facing limited in-country support and restricted opportunities for international travel and study. This Fellowship supports a new generation of Nepalese conservation leaders. It links emerging conservationists into a peer-to-peer network, connects them with international academic mentors, and support personal and professional development. It also creates new opportunities for international researchers interested in long-term mentorship and research in Nepal, facilitating collaborative, mutually-beneficial opportunities for research, joint proposals, travel and policy engagement.
Biodiversity & Environmental Liability Scholars (BELS) Network
Rika Fajrini and Jacob Phelps coordinate this network, established in early 2024. Our global, virtual, interdisciplinary community brings together scholars focused on all aspects of environmental liabilities, with a focus on research that secure accountability and remedies following incidents of environmental harm. You can join the community, watch previous meetings and read latest papers on our website.
Conservation-Litigation.org Network
Our lab's research and activism centres heavily on work through Conservation-Litigation.org. Through this initiative, we convene a global network of scholars and practitioners focused on using legislation to defend and remedy biodiversity.
IUCN SSC Orchid Specialist Group - Global Trade Programme
Jacob Phelps is Co-Chair of the Programme, focused on reducing illegal trade of protected orchids and promoting sustainable alternatives. We convene a global network of orchid scientists and conservationists, who collaborate on joint research and conservation initiatives.