Why Conservation Needs to Care About Human Well-Being
January 22, 2025
On 4th February 2025, at our annual meeting, we proudly showcased the achievements of Association Anoulak in 2024, highlighting both our conservation research and community-based initiatives. Our scientific projects included ongoing elephant research, with data analysis results expected in the coming months, the publication of key wildlife monitoring findings, and training sessions on establishing fish conservation zones in collaboration with FISHBIO. Additionally, we presented our efforts in mapping the distribution of white-cheeked gibbons in Nakai-Nam Theun National Park and surrounding landscapes. Alongside these research endeavors, our sustainable livelihoods program has continued to support village artisans, providing alternative income sources, preserving traditional craftsmanship, and contributing to responsible natural resource management.
The meeting gathered representatives from key ministries—including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, and the National University of Laos—along with provincial and district-level officials. Their response was overwhelmingly positive, with participants commending our dedication and impact over the past 12 years in Nakai.
This gathering also served as a platform to discuss our transition, as Association Anoulak prepares to conclude its on-the-ground activities in Nakai-Nam Theun National Park by the end of 2025. We engaged in constructive discussions on ensuring the continuity of our work, exploring pathways for government partners to secure new collaborations that will build upon our legacy and sustain conservation efforts in the region.
To review our Annual Report 2024 (in English): HERE.
All participants at our Annual Meeting in February 2025 to present our achievements of 2024
