What is ‘the new tomorrow’? In examining who we are, who we need to be, & how to reimagine the next six to eight months & beyond, we observed five key trends to implement & how together, we can take advantage of them.
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“Conservation Isn’t Closed” Conversation Takeaways
How do we maintain one of our core missions of conservation during this time of crisis? Read on to learn positive steps & suggestions from our 3rd Community Conversation to increase our roles as vital participants, locally & internationally, for the very survival of wildlife.
“Now What?” Community Conversation Takeaways
Our 2nd Community Conversations series focused on “Now What?” as we navigate the path forward. We discussed strategic & tactical ideas for what you should be doing right now, getting ready for re-opening, managing your human resources, monetizing your now, & how best to take the long view.
Caring in Times of Crisis: A Letter From Dr. Jackie Ogden
Our community is filled with caring leaders. This note is my encouragement to make yourself vulnerable, to show others that you care. Read on to learn my advice during this difficult, uncertain time, when none of us has a roadmap, even if we’ve been through previous crises.
Community Action: The Antidote to Anxiety
The past week has been a challenge for all of us. Zoos and aquariums must continue to live up to their missions and find new ways to leverage their strengths towards the service of our communities. Here are a few ideas on what zoos can do right now.
Supporting Our “For Purpose” Conservation Missions: DPC Takeaways
We returned from the AZA Directors’ Policy Conference with much to mull over, having gathered with zoo and aquarium leadership to learn, debate, and brainstorm current issues affecting our (and broader) professions (and communities). What were the common themes?
Are We Really Living Up To Our Missions?
If you haven’t taken a look at your mission in a while, it’s probably time. If you have, you need to make sure you’re practicing what you preach & making conservation action happen.
Evolving Paradigms on Operations/Governance During a Period of Uncertainty
How do organizations find their way through the “new tomorrow” by being simultaneously adaptive (tactically) & rigid (strategically)? Members of the AZA community shared their advice during the recent National Conference.
What Have We Learned In The Past Six Months & What Comes Next?
Who knew where we’d be six months into this pandemic? And where we’ll be six months from now? We’re reflecting, recharging, & planning to continue our successes & make improvements where needed to remain focused on mission, teams, & community.
Is Conservation Now An Afterthought?
Even in a time of crisis, conservation remains a core mission of zoos & aquariums. Despite necessary reductions due to reduced budgets, our webinar guest speakers are focused on the path forward, highlighting the need for focus, synergy, & collaboration to create greater impact.