Presentation: Grey Crowned Cranes as a Powerful Flagship Species for Improving Livelihoods in East Africa
Mar 2, 2025 @ 3 PM – 4:45 PMJoin Dr. Adalbert Aine-omucunguzi, East Africa Regional Director at the International Crane Foundation, for a public presentation about the organization’s critical work in East Africa. Dr. Aine-omucunguzi will present how the Foundation’s efforts to secure cranes, wetlands, and catchments are helping to improve the livelihoods of last-mile (forgotten) communities in East Africa.
As more and more agricultural land is needed to feed the population, wetlands and important crane breeding and nesting grounds have come under threat. The International Crane Foundation and the organization’s dedicated local staff lead efforts to create win-win solutions for cranes and people. The Foundation’s approach has included forming integrative partnerships with the communities, resulting in livelihood training programs, healthcare initiatives, and community cooperatives – and better outcomes for cranes.
The cost for the event is $20/adult and $10/student (children 18 and under and college students). A portion of the proceeds will be provided as a donation to the International Crane Foundation’s programs. Learn more here.
Location: Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th St, Des Moines, Iowa