Sharon Ikeazor
@sharon_ikeazor
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Former Minister of State for Environment; Chair of Board of Trustees, EPI Foundation
Abuja, Nigeria
Joined November 2011
"The World is my country, all mankind are my brethren, and to do good is my religion" - Thomas Paine
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Youth Ambassadors Programme | EPI
elephantprotectioninitiative.org
Empowering Young Voices for Elephant Conservation
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Now is our chance to shift from valuing tusks to valuing living elephants, whose ecological, climate, and tourism benefits far exceed any ivory sale. Read the latest article by @sharon_ikeazor, @JohnEScanlon and @LeeWhiteCBE on @environewsng: https://t.co/cl7huGOqiW
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The elephant in the room is right here with us at @ResourcingTomo. This week, our conservations are zeroing in on one crucial theme: how the mining industry can drive environmental sustainability the kind that protects ecosystems, communities, and elephants.
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Today's session created a valuable space to share updates on the ongoing work of the EPI and the EPI Foundation, exchange experiences, and explore collective priorities for the years ahead. #CITESCoP20 #ElephantConservation
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Illegal wildlife trade is a major threat to more than one million species already facing extinction. At #CITESCoP20 in Uzbekistan, delegates will decide on trade regulations under the global convention that protects 40,900+ species of animals & plants. https://t.co/LrMT0NOCWG
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Excited for what lies ahead of us on day 1 at #CITESCoP20! The EPI Foundation is well represented by Hon. @sharon_ikeazor, Chair of the Board; @JohnEScanlon, CEO; @KorogoneUlysse, Director of Stakeholder Engagement; and Ruth Musgrave, Head of Programs.
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Our CEO and the Vice Chair of the Asian Elephant Conservation Committee of the National Forestry and Grassland Administration @JohnEScanlon made a presentation highlighting the critical role that elephants play in preserving biodiversity at the 2024 annual conference held in
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Elephants play a vital role in maintaining the balance of nature. They’re important for the health of forests & the economic health of many local communities. Through our partnership with @EPIAfrica, we work to ensure our world’s largest mammals can thrive. #WorldElephantDay
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Happy #WorldElephantDay2024! Today we honor these strong creatures that symbolise wisdom, kindness and so much more. Elephants are a living example of the diversity and beauty of our planet, and they are essential to the balance of their respective ecosystems. #Biodiversity
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We are grateful to have supported the process of developing the National Elephant Action Plan for Nigeria (2024 – 2034) with @WCS_Nigeria, and the Government of Nigeria through @FMEnvng and @NESREANigeria. The NEAP is being launched today in the presence of the Chair of the
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We are honoured to announce that the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the 25th member state of @EPIAfrica! This marks a positive progression in the close, fruitful, and long-standing collaboration between the country, the @IccnRdc and the EPI Foundation. Read more:
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Out now - The new Global Biodiversity Standard Manual! 🌳 Take a look at this valuable guide to promoting effective, high-quality global biodiversity outcomes for tree planting, forest restoration, agroforestry, and other restoration 📈👇 https://t.co/3RaOWu4aGq Via @KewScience
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We are excited to launch our comprehensive report on the first 10 years of @EPIAfrica, highlighting our work on ivory and human-elephant coexistence. The report captures our achievements and how we made them possible. Dive into a decade’s work of dedication and progress in the
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Nigeria takes another step towards wildlife protection! 🇳🇬🎉 The Endangered Species Conservation and Protection Bill has passed its second reading in the House of Representatives. 🐆 Championed by @TerseerUgbor , it targets illegal wildlife trade, habitat loss, and the
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Thank you @JohnEScanlon @EPIAfrica It was an inspiring workshop, great to mix with so many amazing conservationists from across the African continent and beyond all dedicated to elephant conservation and improving the lives of ordinary people who live alongside these magnificent
Last week in Nairobi, #Kenya, @EPIAfrica & @WorldBank @theGEF Global Wildlife Programme, brought together 22 African states for a workshop on human-wildlife conflict, with a focus on human-elephant conflict. With thanks to all particpants! See https://t.co/S9uaXSdJHU
#elephants🐘
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It is an honour for me to be assuming the position of chairperson of @EPIAfrica Leadership Council. I hope I can do the position justice,working with other members of the Council, providing advice and leadership to the EPI and its secretariat the EPI Foundation #wildlife
Exciting news from @EPIAfrica 🐘 We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Nigeria’s former Minister of State for Environment, @sharon_ikeazor, as the new chairperson of our Leadership Council. Through continued collaboration we can protect these majestic creatures and
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@EPIAfrica is looking for a program manager who will support our stockpile management and human-elephant conflict and coexistence programs working across #Africa. Deadline for applications is 31st May 2024. For more details visit https://t.co/ByPelZnvBG
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EPI Foundation @EPIAfrica has expressed strong opposition to reopening domestic #ivory markets, as proposed in #SouthAfrica's Draft National #Biodiversity Economy Strategy, & suggests an alternative approach to holistic #elephant conservation See statement https://t.co/c3SyAnrCja
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