Dr. Deo is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. His first job was in a small animal clinic, but his dream was to work in conservation. As Field Veterinarian for RWCA, he mainly works on the Grey Crowned Crane project, but also enjoys being involved with the bat research. He works hard on community outreach activities, focusing on creating the next generation of conservationists and takes the lead on the management of the RWCA piggery, which provides critical income for our marsh rangers. He likes to joke with friends and watch nature documentary films. On the weekend he like to watch football and go for walks.

Jean Ferus has worked with RWCA since 2014 helping to set up the project with endangered Grey Crowned Cranes. He has devoted huge amounts of time and energy to help establish some of the key project activities including the quarantine, reintroduction facilities and post release monitoring. He has a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife and Aquatic Resources Management. Ferus likes nature and supporting Manchester United. His aim is to be a good conservationist and to see people and wildlife living in harmony.

Marie Claire is coordinating the RWCA’s bat project and leading the team of research assistants. She has a Master’s in Biology (Natural Resources Ecology Management and Conservation) and previously worked as researcher in the field of environmental conservation especially focusing on freshwater quality and worked with various projects funded by the Congo Basin Grant Program. Claire loves nature and animals and her dream since she was young was to be a good biologist.

Cecile is in charge of the operation and maintenance of the indigenous tree nursery and assists in the development of the Umusambi Village ground and habitat. She also works with the bat team to help them identify roosting trees and assist with the research to assess bat ecosystem services. Cecile has a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Botany and Conservation. She likes adventure and watching movies during the weekends.

Innocent is a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and has been attracted to working with bats since he was a part of the University of Rwanda Student’s One Health Innovation Club. Through this club, he heard about the potential role of bats in the spread of zoonotic diseases and has worked hard to make community members more aware of the benefits of bats and how they can peacefully co-exist with humans.