We tabulated a “lightning round” of tips from six leaders of AZA aquariums & zoos, from familiar themes of empathy, self-care, listening, & mentorship—to new & maybe surprising tips that emerged during this “pandemic year.”
We tabulated a “lightning round” of tips from six leaders of AZA aquariums & zoos, from familiar themes of empathy, self-care, listening, & mentorship—to new & maybe surprising tips that emerged during this “pandemic year.”
Industry peers explore novel thinking about the exhibit design process, interpretation strategies, & engaging diverse consultants to demonstrate how inclusive co-design strategies lead to engaging, attractive experiences.
The Covid-19 crisis has refocused efforts on conservation despite reductions in zoo & aquarium resources. Learn what principles, strategies, & tactics our international panel deem important to recovery.
In the 4th segment of our DEAI-J-focused webinars, our community generated outcomes, identified barriers, & made pledges to advance this work. Learn how you can implement the common themes discussed.
We listen to honest & thought-provoking stories from our community that leave us wanting to hear more & thinking about the insights we can use to make greater & faster progress.
Four industry panelists & 180 colleagues share insights on both the business & mission cases for centering diversity, equity, accessibility, & inclusion (DEAI) at our institutions in the first of four webinars focused on social justice.
We asked industry HR professionals to address the multitude of emotions tied up in current events, how they’re affecting our mental health & our teams’ mental health, & provide resources to cope.
What does the future hold? Mauro Guillen, Wharton professor & author of 2030: How Today’s Biggest Trends Will Collide & Reshape the Future of Everything, shares key trends that will affect zoos & aquariums.
In our continuing efforts to advance progress on social equity & diversity, we received an update from leaders within the AZA community & learned how we can move forward & take action.
How do you get an additional $5M/year for your Zoo during a pandemic? Learn how Akron Zoo secured a levy of ~$5 million in new annual funding per year & how it can work for your organization too.
We explore the root causes of today’s economic situation and how they are specifically impacting cultural attractions.
Learn insights from six outstanding panelists who share ideas and resources for increasing financial support and gaining greater public awareness of conservation.
Hear outstanding women leaders’ perspectives on the changing role of women in the workplace, how they deal with stress, and much more. We’ll talk with veteran leaders and those newer to leadership – all women making history.
What is your vision for black futures in our industry and how do we get there? Our recent Community Conversation webinar focused on BIPOC leadership and how we can especially support emerging leaders.
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