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Programme
8:00 am - 9:00 am - 05 November 2024
Breakfast on Lawns
We invite all delegates to join us for breakfast on the Lawns outside The Institute before the start of the program sessions on Tuesday, Wednresday and Thursday. These will be informal networking style breakfasts, with light refreshments provided.
Venue: Taronga Institute of Science and Learning, Taronga Zoo (outside)
Date: Tuesday 5, Wednesday 6 + Thursday 7 November 2024
Time: 0800 – 0900
Dress Code: Smart casual
9:00 am - 10:05 am - 05 November 2024
Keynote Speech - Implications of Advanced Technology for the Global Zoo and Aquarium Community
Implications of Advanced Technology for the Global Zoo and Aquarium Community
10:05 am - 10:50 am - 05 November 2024
Panel - AI: Implications and Opportunities for Zoos and Aquariums
10:05 am
AI: Implications and Opportunities for Zoos and Aquariums
10:50 am - 11:10 am - 05 November 2024
"By Endurance We Conquer": Lessons in Leadership from the Expedition World (Recorded Presentation)
10:50 am
"By Endurance We Conquer": Lessons in Leadership from the Expedition World (Recorded Presentation)
11:10 am - 11:15 am - 05 November 2024
Partners Report - International Zoo Educators Association (IZE)
11:10 am
Partners Report - International Zoo Educators Association (IZE)
11:15 am - 11:45 am - 05 November 2024
Coffee Break
Break - Break
11:45 am - 11:50 am - 05 November 2024
Sponsor Video - American Humane
11:45 am
Sponsor Video - American Humane
11:50 am - 12:00 pm - 05 November 2024
Introducing new WAZA Members
11:50 am
- 3 Seattle Aquarium, United States
- 4 Verdis Group, United States
- 5 Columbus Zoo, United States
- 6 The Wilds, United States
- 4 Verdis Group, United States
- 5 Columbus Zoo, United States
- 6 The Wilds, United States
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm - 05 November 2024
Panel - Sustainability Towards 2050: Zoos & Aquariums Working Together with Communities
12:00 pm
Sustainability Towards 2050: Zoos & Aquariums Working Together with Communities
Nicola Craddock - Executive Director - Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia (ZAA), Judy Mann - Executive: Strategic Projects - Two Oceans Aquarium, Paula Gonzalez Ciccia - Deputy Director - Fundacion Temaiken, Laura Simmons - Regional Curator, Australia and New Zealand, - SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Paul Maguire - Director of Education - TARONGA CONSERVATION SOCIETY AUSTRALIA
Sustaining Aquariums, Communities, and Aquatic Live for Generations to Come
1. In order to provide access to aquatic life for future generations we need to plan strategically, with intention, for animals, communities, and ecosystems.
2. No single organization can accomplish sustainable fisheries: we need to identify and follow a strong collective impact model
3. Aquariums and zoos have the opportunity to influence millions – leading by example and providing moments of joy and connection.
Purpose: To exchange knowledge about the aquarium community’s contributions in support of sustainable animal care operations with a focus on marine aquarium fisheries and sustainable seafood. We will also investigate what zoos and aquariums are learning from each other regarding sustainable practices..
1. In order to provide access to aquatic life for future generations we need to plan strategically, with intention, for animals, communities, and ecosystems.
2. No single organization can accomplish sustainable fisheries: we need to identify and follow a strong collective impact model
3. Aquariums and zoos have the opportunity to influence millions – leading by example and providing moments of joy and connection.
Purpose: To exchange knowledge about the aquarium community’s contributions in support of sustainable animal care operations with a focus on marine aquarium fisheries and sustainable seafood. We will also investigate what zoos and aquariums are learning from each other regarding sustainable practices..
12:45 pm - 1:05 pm - 05 November 2024
Global Sustainability Projects
1:05 pm - 1:10 pm - 05 November 2024
WAZA 2024 Environmental Sustainability Award Finalists
| WAZA 2024 Environmental Sustainability Award Finalists
1:10 pm - 1:20 pm - 05 November 2024
Exhibit Designs for the Future - Day 2
Exhibit Designs for the Future - Day 2
1:20 pm - 1:25 pm - 05 November 2024
Partners Report - Wild Welfare
Partners Report - Wild Welfare
1:25 pm - 1:30 pm - 05 November 2024
Daily Closing Recap
1:25 pm
Daily Closing Recap
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm - 05 November 2024
Open Committee Meetings Group 1 - Aquariums Committee
2:30 pm
Aquariums Committee
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm - 05 November 2024
Open Committee Meetings Group 1 - EAWC Committee
2:30 pm
EAWC Committee
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm - 05 November 2024
Open Committee Meetings Group 2 - Associations Committee
3:30 pm
Associations Committee
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm - 05 November 2024
Open Committee Meetings Group 2 - Conservation and Environmental Sustainability Committee
Conservation and Environmental Sustainability Committee
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm - 05 November 2024
Ethics and Animal Welfare Committee Workshop (closed)
Ethics and Animal Welfare Committee Workshop (closed)
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm - 05 November 2024
Poster Session and Cocktail Function
The perfect opportunity to network while viewing this year’s poster presentations. Mingle with poster authors to ask them your questions and enjoy light refreshments during this function.
Venue: Exhibition area (The Hive), Taronga Institute of Science and Learning, Taronga Zoo
Date: Tuesday 5 November 2024
Time: 1630 – 1800
Dress Code: Smart casual
4:30 pm
Poster Session & Cocktail
4:35 pm - 5:35 pm - 05 November 2024
Open Committee Meetings Group 3 - Communications Committee
4:35 pm
Communications Committee
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm - 05 November 2024
Global Humane Film Screening
Join Global Humane for a special screening of the new documentary Escape from Extinction Rewilding. Narrated by Meryl Streep, this film will take you on a journey through the jungles of Africa to the Pacific coastlines of North America, showcasing global rewilding efforts and the dedicated professionals working to prevent a catastrophic mass extinction.
Venue: Plenary Room, The Institute
Date: Tuesday 5 November 2024
Time: 1800 – 1930
Dress Code: Smart casual
Venue: Plenary Room, The Institute
Date: Tuesday 5 November 2024
Time: 1800 – 1930
Dress Code: Smart casual
Documentary Screening by American Humane