By Sayan Banerjee, Doctoral Scholar, National Institute of Advanced Studies, Bengaluru, India One of the key tenets of contemporary global wildlife conservation research and practice is understanding and managing human-wildlife interactions, reducing damages (or conflict) to both, and enhancing coexistence Read more
Paul Hasan Thung, Planet Indonesia The social sciences are increasingly seen as essential for conservation success. However, the focus should not just be on generating knowledge about local communities; otherwise, there is a risk that the conservation social sciences will Read more
Amit Kaushik and Rocio Lopez de la Lama A Tibetan prayer flag in the Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary, Ladakh, India (Picture credits: Amit Kaushik) Over the years, the importance of social sciences has become increasingly recognized among conservation scientists, academics, and Read more
Share Your Insights and Experiences on Social Sciences in Conservation. The Social Science Working Group (SSWG) invites contributions to our newly launched blog: The Social. This platform is not just a blog; it’s a melting pot of ideas, experiences, and Read more