About

We’re an NGO dedicated to conserving large carnivores and their prey, empowering women in science, and mitigating climate change in Latin America through community-based solutions for biodiversity conservation and sustainable practices benefiting wildlife and local communities.

Our team

Letícia Benavalli

Founder and CEO

Letícia leads projects focused on biodiversity conservation and sustainable development in Brazil. With expertise in landscape ecology and wildlife management, she champions community-based solutions to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts and address climate change. Letícia's impactful contributions have earned her international recognition and prestigious awards in conservation.

Luma Astun Lopes

Vice Director

Luma is deeply committed to the conservation of medium and large mammals, leveraging her academic journey to cultivate an understanding of ecological principles and conservation practices. Her expertise encompasses conducting surveys, implementing monitoring programs, employing advanced camera trapping techniques and stakeholder engagement.