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Sebastian Moreno: Understanding Barriers, Bringing People to the Natural World

Fellow(s): Sebastian Moreno, Brad Timm
Topic(s): Conservation Science, Environmental & Social Justice, Environmental Education, Science Communications

In this presentation as part of the Northeast Wildlife Team webinar series, Sebastian Moreno shares his ongoing research at UMass on the intersection of birds and urban communities. More specifically, his talk focuses on how fostering inclusivity can enhance bird conservation efforts. Moreno speaks to this as part of his own personal journey with nature having grown up in New York City and then moved to rural Pennsylvania.

Watch the recording and find future events in the series by visiting the Northeast Wildlife Team. 

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Sebastian Moreno

Sebastian Moreno

2023 Fellow
In an increasingly urbanizing world, Sebastian aims for his work to increase science and nature accessibility for historically marginalized and excluded communities, which will ultimately help in the conservation of our natural environment.
Brad Timm

Brad Timm

2008 Fellow
Brad Timm is a wildlife biologist, author, and wildlife educator passionate about providing education about the wildlife of the Northeastern U.S. to general public audiences. Brad recently published a book "Wildlife Out Your Window" and is the Founder and Executive Director of the Northeast Wildlife Team ("NEWT").

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