Rinzin Phunjok Lama, founder of the Upper Karnali Landscape Initiative (UKALI) and a dedicated Conservation Biologist at Third Pole Conservancy, has been selected as one of the esteemed winners of the Future For Nature Award 2024 for his outstanding efforts in safeguarding snow leopards in Nepal’s remote mountains. Rinzin’s innovative community-led program empowers local communities, […]
In recognition of his dedicated efforts in wildlife and biodiversity conservation, Rinzin Phunjok Lama, founder and Principal Investigator of UKALI, has been nominated as one of the finalists for the prestigious Future for Nature Award 2024. This esteemed accolade acknowledges the exceptional contributions of conservationists, and Rinzin Lama stands among six others who have demonstrated […]
UKALI is a community-driven model, focusing on the Upper Karnali Landscape as a learning ground and field campus. Guided by the philosophy of “Leading by Locals,” the initiative ensures that conservation efforts are community-led and grounded in the cultural heritage and values of the landscapes it serves. With the broader vision of developing a replicable approach for other mountain regions in Nepal and beyond, UKALI strengthens local institutions, nurtures conservation leaders, and enhances the capacity of communities to actively participate in and benefit from conservation initiatives.
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