Date
Friday, 6 June 2025 -
6:30pm to 7:30pm
Location
British Council, 17 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi

As the world grapples with a growing biodiversity crisis, community-driven conservation has become one of the most powerful tools for protecting our planet. This panel discussion brings together global voices and local changemakers to explore how communities and nature can thrive together. 

Date: 6 June 2025 
Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM 
Venue: British Council, 17 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi - 110001 

Marking World Environment Day and the closing of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year (WPY) campaign by the Natural History Museum at British Council, this special evening will feature impact reflections, insightful conversations, and a powerful visual experience. 

From 2 May to 6 June, the WPY exhibition and accompanying activities at the British Council Delhi have engaged young minds, sparked curiosity, and brought the beauty and urgency of wildlife conservation into sharp focus. Join us as we celebrate this journey and look ahead to what's possible when people and nature unite. 

Theme: Living with the Wild – How Communities and Nature Thrive Together 

The discussion will spotlight inspiring stories, inclusive strategies, and real-world examples of coexistence - from grassroots movements to science-driven policymaking. This is a conversation for everyone - no technical jargon, just real dialogue for real change.  

Featured Panellists 

  • Emma Woods – Director of Policy and Partnerships, Natural History Museum (Virtual) 
  • Ashwika Kapur – Award-winning wildlife filmmaker, BBC Natural History Unit (Virtual) 
  • Owain Roberts – Head of Climate Change Policy, British High Commission, New Delhi 
  • Moderator: Michael Houlgate – Deputy Director, British Council India 

Important Instructions:  

  • RSVP is mandatory, as seating for the event is limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.  
  • The event is open exclusively to people who are 18 years and above. 

Click Here to Register

For inquiries, please contact stephen.john@in.britishcouncil.org 

Phone: 8929782042 

Be part of a global conversation rooted in local realities. Discover how protecting the wild isn’t just about saving animals, it’s about securing the future of us all. The panel discussion will be followed by a walkthrough of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. 

Know more about Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Exhibition in New Delhi -

https://www.britishcouncil.in/events/wildlife-photographer-year-exhibition-new-delhi  

 

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