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This week Leif Cocks returns to talk about updates in Orangutan research, conservation, and how you can have an impact. We also discuss why people should care about the environment and animals around the world. To learn more about the work Leif is doing, how to get involved, or if you are like me, to buy his book Finding Our Humanity, go to www.leifcocks.org Sponsor: LIX - check out www.lixpetwellness.com to learn more about CBD for pets. Use code Rescuepod20 for 20% off your first order! Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at theanimalrescuepodcast@gmail.com or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. You can also learn more about the organizations I interview and how to listen/watch at www.theanimalrescuepodcast.my.canva.site   Image description: purple and white background with The Animal Rescue Podcast logo of an animal nose with whiskers in the shape of the ILY handshape and below is the name The Animal Rescue Podcast. Next to that is the picture of a white male looking off into the distance wearing an olive green shirt with the words The Orangutan Project below his image is the name Leif Cocks. Then the episode number is listed with the name of the episode.

Almost everyone loves an elephant. Or an orangutan. Or a tiger. So, how can we leverage that love to save the planet? This week, Leif Cocks joins us again to discuss his many projects that help protect forests, including The International Tiger Project. ABOUT OUR GUEST Leif Cocks is the Founder of Wildlife Conservation International, which incorporates The Orangutan Project, International…

Leif Cocks is the Founder of The Orangutan Project. They are a passionate group of people based in Australia and are dedicated to saving the orangutan. They are led by an experienced set of wildlife experts that have been working for over 20 years to protect this species and their environment. And together they are working to protect orangutans from extinction.  Orangutans are the most intelligent beings on the planet after human beings, and they adapt to the environment by passing on culture through each generation. They are a self-aware being and as intelligent as a six year old child. Also being the slowest reproducing species in the world, they are highly prone to extinction, so if we do not act now we could lose them in our lifetime. Contact and connect with Leif: leif.cocks@orangutan.org.au  The Orangutan Project: https://www.theorangutanproject.org/

254: Building and Sustaining a Successful International Nonprofit (Leif Cocks)SUMMARYHow can nonprofit leaders effectively cultivate a culture of selflessness and meaningful collaboration within their organizations, while also navigating the challenges of global expansion and sustaining impactful initiatives across diverse ecosystems? In episode #254 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, Leif Cocks, a seasoned nonprofit executive, shares his expertise on fundraising dynamics and effective leadership on a global scale. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling and highlights the emotional aspect of giving and the need to simplify messaging to inspire action. He discusses the significance of empowering team members and volunteers, highlighting the role of values-driven leadership in fostering long-term commitment. From managing multiple boards to writing his fourth book, Leif exemplifies a holistic approach to leadership, rooted in humility and a dedication to the cause. ABOUT LEIFLeif Cocks is the founder of Wildlife Conservation International (WCI) which incorporates the International Elephant Project, International Tiger Project, The Orangutan Project and Forests for People. Established in 1998, WCI has raised over $26m for conservation projects across South-East Asia. Beginning his career as a zookeeper, curator and small population biologist, Leif is highly regarded as a world-renowned expert on orangutans. He is the author of a number of books including Finding Our Humanity and Orangutans My Cousins, My Friends. In 2019 Leif was awarded the Order of Australia Medal from the Australian Government for his dedication to species conservation.EPISODE TOPICS & RESOURCES The Razor's Edge by W. Somerset MaughamLearn more about Leif hereReady for a Mastermind?  Learn more here!Have you gotten Patton's book Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership: Seven Keys to Advancing Your Career in the Philanthropic Sector Watch for the companion workbook and audio version coming soon!Check out our new website, PMAnonprofit.com!

Orangutan means "Forest Person" in old Malaysian.. There is so much to learn about these big orange peaceful animals. Leif Cocks, the founder and director, of the "Orangutan Project" has had a love for these guys almost his whole life. That connection to them really shines through in this episode. These guys prefer to stay in the trees... more than any other great ape. Even as big as to get they are the most peaceful of the great apes too. I can't imagine anyone not finding this episode facinating.  www.theorangutanproject.org        ig The Orangutan Project  fb The Orangutan Project  tiktok theorangutanproject www.furrealpodcast.com    ig thefurrealpodcast  fb thefurrealpodcast threads thefurrealpodcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson  jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing  and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com  Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com  www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!  

Leif Cocks, aka The Orangutan Whisperer, is a world renowned orangutan expert and founder of The Orangutan Project. The Project focuses on saving orangutans from extinction by education and protection of their ever dwindling habitat.Find out more about The Orangutan Project HERE!Get Leif's books HERE! Connect on Facebook.Want more The On Purpose Podcast?Find full episodes and more! Check in on Instagram , FacebookFind Us on iTunes, Spotify and anywhere you listen to podcasts!Want to connect with Jerrod?Linkedin, InstagramGet My Book!

"The real leader is the one who does whatever is needed to get that tower done, whether it's sitting there quietly folding something or directing the tower or getting the coffee. It doesn't matter,” Lief Cocks shares. “The real leader supplements whatever he's doing, whatever makes sense to the greater cause and fills in the gaps that is necessary for the team to achieve their goals." In today's episode, we are joined by a fellow author and founder Leif Cocks. He founded the world-renowned Orangutan Project, an international conservation charity. Through this engaging conversation, Leif shares his incredible journey from working at a zoo to becoming a founder and worldwide leader. He details the urgency of conserving the rainforest and species in this decade. From the dangers faced by rangers in Indonesia to the impact of the pandemic on fundraising, he provides valuable insights into the importance of collective action. On the topic of hiring, they discuss key strategies he uses in building his team. He also offers advice to leaders looking to get into conservation. Join us as we explore the vital work of the Orangutan Project and gain valuable lessons in leadership and environmental work. BIO Lief Cocks is a passionate advocate for saving viable ecosystems and preserving megafauna such as orangutans, tigers, and elephants. He recognizes the urgency of the situation, as he believes we only have the next decade to ensure the survival of these species and their habitats. Leif is dedicated to working with indigenous communities to provide livelihoods with dignity while also protecting the environment. He understands the importance of preserving the right type, shape, and size of ecosystems in order to support biodiversity and combat climate change. With his unwavering commitment, Leif is fighting to make a meaningful impact in conservation efforts. Learn more about Leif Cocks and the Orangutan Project. You can find more information on all our episodes at Vertical Elevation, and you can find Carol on LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube.

About The Guest(s): Leif Cocks is the founder of the Orangutan Project and Wildlife Conservation International. He has dedicated his life to orangutan conservation and has worked with these great apes for over 30 years. Leif is also the author of several books, including "Finding Our Humanity" and "Orangutans: My Cousins, My Friends." Summary: Leif Cocks, founder of the Orangutan Project and Wildlife Conservation International, discusses the challenges and importance of orangutan conservation. He emphasizes the need for diverse support and funding across ecosystems and highlights the significance of grassroots involvement and community engagement. Leif shares heartwarming stories of his experiences working with orangutans and explains the role of orangutans in the ecosystem. He also discusses the current challenges faced by conservation efforts and the importance of securing funding for meaningful change. Key Takeaways: Orangutans have intrinsic value and deserve conservation efforts for their own sake. Saving the rainforest, which is the habitat of orangutans, is crucial for mitigating climate change. Indigenous communities play a vital role in orangutan conservation and need support to improve their livelihoods. Funding is a major challenge for conservation efforts and is crucial for achieving meaningful progress. Quotes: "Saving the rainforest is the most effective way of mitigating the worst effects of climate change." "To dismiss the value and importance of individuals and their rights is to create a world that is worse for everybody." "Knowledge not only has to be gained, it has to be selflessly applied in an intelligent way to achieve meaningful impact." "Hope can come with despair, but having love and compassion and energy to keep working is a more effective strategy." Note: The quotes provided are direct quotes from the transcript.   Websites: Adopt: https://www.theorangutanproject.org/about-orangutans/orangutan-adoption-program/ Donate: https://www.theorangutanproject.org/donate/ Learn More: https://www.theorangutanproject.org/about-us/  

The Rising Lioness with Erica Salvemini Audio production by Alex Sanfiz In this episode, explore how a grassroots initiative led by Leif Cocks is saving Southeast Asia's forests and the communities that depend on them. Discover the power of sustainable practices, education, and community empowerment in the fight against deforestation and for a brighter future. Join the fight for Southeast Asia's forests! In this eye-opening podcast episode, Leif Cocks, founder of Forest for People, reveals the urgent battle to save ancient forests and their indigenous inhabitants from ruthless exploitation. Discover how grassroots action is making a difference, as we delve into sustainable practices, community empowerment, and the inspiring journey of safeguarding these vital ecosystems. Don't miss this empowering conversation! Tune in now to be part of the change for securing a brighter future for all. https://www.forests4people.org.uk/

The Rising Lioness with Erica Salvemini Video production by Alex Sanfiz Subscribe to the Rising Lioness live channel @therisinglioness Dive into the urgent mission to rescue Sumatran tigers from the brink of extinction. With less than 400 remaining in the wild, these Critically Endangered creatures face dire threats such as habitat destruction, human-tiger conflicts, and ruthless poaching. Join us as we uncover the challenges and efforts to protect this iconic species in the Indonesian tiger's last stand. Explore the world of wildlife conservation with Leif Cocks, founder of Wildlife Conservation International and International Tiger Project. Hear firsthand about his journey from Zookeeper to advocate for tigers and their habitats. In this episode of The Rising Lioness on All About Animals Radio, we will uncover the threats facing Sumatran tigers and delve into the International Tiger Project's groundbreaking efforts to protect them. Discover the shocking reality of the illegal wildlife tiger trade and learn how we can all combat it together. Join us to become inspired to make a difference for wildlife today!

Happy World Orangutans Day! In this episode, I'm super excited to be speaking with Leif Cocks, world renowned expert on Orangutans. Starting with 15 Orangutans, Leif takes us through why he started working to save this species, what makes Orangutans special animals and he also highlights some of the biggest threats facing Orangutans today. We also dive into the power of collectivization in conservation and the dire need to rewild and reclaim some of the habitas that our wildlife and locak communities call home. Listen in to the end to learn more about how you can support Leif and Wildlife Conservation International (WCI). Enjoy

Leif Cocks is the founder of Wildlife Conservation International, a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to save entire ecosystems of wildlife and humanity, with a specific focus on preventing the extinction of orangutans, the species that most closely resembles humans.  He is also the author of the bestseller, "Orangutans. My Cousins, My Friends.," a journey to understand and save the person of the forest. Learn more about Leif's organizations at: The Orangutan Project International Elephant Project International Tiger Project Forests for People Follow Leif on Facebook @Leif.Orangutan Follow our podcast on Facebook @TheOptimalLifePodcast If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like: Ep. 182 - Mike Silvestrini :: Invest in Renewable Energy  

Because of the rampant deforestation of rainforests, many animals find themselves struggling to find new habitats and food sources. Among those that call such forests home are orangutans. Small population biologist Leit Cocks dedicates himself to the study of these great apes, with the goal of saving their endangered species. He joins Corinna Bellizzi to share how supporting the preservation of eight different rainforests allows Leit and his team to contribute to the noble effort of rehabilitating suffering orangutans. He also emphasizes the need for collective action against climate change and carbon production, especially in this most critical decade in the history of mankind. About Guest:For over three decades, world-renowned orangutan expert Leif Cocks has worked to secure the survival of Critically Endangered orangutans. He's an outspoken campaigner on their behalf and a key player in developing plans for their protection, including leading the first-ever successful reintroduction of a zoo-born orangutan into the wild. A small population biologist, Leif has a Master of Science studying orangutans. He's been awarded Curtin University's highest award for achievement, has published several academic papers and books on orangutans, and is the author of the Amazon Best Seller Orangutans My Cousins, My Friends and Finding Our Humanity. In 2020 Leif was awarded the Order of Australia for his outstanding work in the field of wildlife conservation. Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theorangutanproject Guest Website: https://www.theorangutanproject.org Guest Social: https://www.instagram.com/theorangutanproject/, https://www.youtube.com/theorangutanproject, https://www.facebook.com/theorangutanproject, https://twitter.com/OrangutanTOP Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, & share! https://caremorebebetter.com Follow us on social and join the conversation! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CareMore.BeBetter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Twitter: https://twitter.com/caremorebebetter Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/care-more-be-better Support Care More. Be Better: A Social Impact + Sustainability PodcastCare More Be Better answers only to our collective conscience and aims to put more good into the world. As a listener, reader, and subscriber you are part of this pod and this community and we are honored to have your support. If you can, please help finance the show: https://caremorebebetter.com/donate.

Vet Vibes detours in Indonesia to meet different great apes: some mesmerising orangutans and their human advocates. One of them, in particular, comes on the channel to share his wisdom and philosophy about conservation challenges. Leif Cocks and his primary love for orangutans has developed in a lifetime project to rescue the Indonesian rainforest and all the entitled species that call it home.If you wish to donate or get more information about Leif's charity:https://www.theorangutanproject.orgThis episode Layout:* Introduction* 3:45 Orangutans as an umbrella species*6:20 Habitat loss and other threats*8:30 What makes conservation projects sustainable*13:00 The importance of growth at an individual and organisational level*14:58 Satellite operations or the holistic mission of the Orangutan Project*20:00 Living a life of meaning and purpose*24:30 How to choose an ethical wildlife tour*28:50 Orangutan culture and the species' survival*33:50 Sustainable palm oil vs the real challenges of conservation*41:30 The Orangutan ProjectFor more content and interactive discussions on the topic, follow the channel on Instagram page: https://instagram.com/vetvibes_podcast?igshid=MzRIODBiNWFIZA==

How do we save the planet? This week we try to explain just that when I am joined by world-renowned conservationist Leif Cocks. He tells us about his work as the CEO and Founder of the Orangutan Project and why it is so important to protect these amazing creatures habitat, which is quickly dwindling. This conversation is looked at from a lens of how protecting this one specific can in turn protect many others which snowballs into protecting our planet as a whole. This was a powerful, but at times uncomfortable conversation to have as Mr. Cocks is very blunt in his warnings of how dire he feels the next few years is to our world as we know it. You won't want to miss it!_____________________________________The Orangutan Project: https://www.theorangutanproject.org/Leif's Website: https://leifcocks.org/Leif's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leif.orangutan/—————————————————————Link to all things Not in a Huff Podcast: https://linktr.ee/notinahuffpodcastPlease follow/subscribe to the podcast to get the new episodes when they come out each week and rate us on Apple Podcast and Spotify! :)

Host, Billie Groom chats with Leif about the on-going efforts of his organization in Sumatra to save the rain forest, provide resources and skills to the native communities, and establish a sanctuary for critically endangered orangutans, the “persons of the forest.”The Orangutan Project was established in 1998 by founder and world-renowned orangutan expert, Leif Cocks, as a result of his almost 30 year career working with orangutans. Leif is a passionate campaigner for orangutans and has been the leader of The Orangutan Project since its inception.Leif's years in the field have earned him respect within the conservation field. He has been a key player in developing conservation plans for orangutans and influencing positive change for orangutan protection and survival. This includes the first ever successful reintroduction of the zoo-born orangutan. This respect has given The Orangutan Project world standing in conservation.A small population biologist and curator by trade; Leif has several academic qualifications, including a Masters of Science studying orangutans. He is a seasoned public speaker and has published several papers on orangutans in peer-reviewed journals. Leif is also the author of the books Orangutans and their Battle for Survival (2002) and, Amazon best seller, Orangutans My Cousins, My Friends(2016) and Finding our Humanity (2019).Amongst many roles, Leif is currently: a Technical Advisor for PT Alam Bukit Tigapuluh (a company leasing and protecting rainforest), Head of International Elephant Project, head of International Tiger Project, Vice President of Orang Utan Republik Foundation and on the Advisory Board for Forest, Nature and Environment of Aceh.In respect to his professional, animal, human and financial management skills, Leif has been the longest standing member of the Australasian Species Management Program; a Quarantine-Approved Assessor; Zoo Husbandry Adviser; Zoo Accreditation Officer; UN GRASP in-country point of contact, an International Species Coordinator, International Studbook Keeper and the Chair of a World Aquarium and Zoo Association global conservation program.

Today, we welcome back Leif Cocks, founder of the International Elephant Project, based in Sumatra.  The International Elephant Project (IEP) is a not-for-profit project for elephant conservation, rainforest protection and local community partnerships, in order to protect and save the entire ecosystem and biodiversity of habitats shared by elephants. The Sumatran elephant is critically endangered.  The current population is estimated at 1,200-1,500.  Threats to their survival is in part due to habitat loss, where Sumatra has experienced one of the highest rates of deforestation within the Asian elephant's habitat range as well as human-elephant conflict because as plantations and fields move into elephant habitat, elephant food sources and migration routes are compromised.  As elephants looking for food raid crops, retaliation killing occurs.  In this podcast, we will learn:How the International Elephant Project works to protect and conserve the Sumatran elephant living in degraded human dominated landscapes alongside the indigenous peoples due to rapid destruction of the rainforest for plantations.How the Elephant Conflict Monitoring and Mitigation Unit works hand in hand with the community to reduce human-elephant conflict.How the elephants and indigenous community are forced to adapt to a new environment quickly due to massive destruction of the rainforest.The adoption program International Elephant Project has to support the Sumatran elephant.  What humans can learn from elephants and their culture.How to help the International Elephant Project continue to conserve and protect the Sumatran elephant in this critical time.  Website: http://www.wildforchange.com Twitter: @WildForChange Facebook: /wildforchange Instagram: wildforchange

Today, we welcome back Leif Cocks, founder of the International Elephant Project, based in Sumatra. The International Elephant Project (IEP) is a not-for-profit project for elephant conservation, rainforest protection and local community partnerships, in order to protect and save the entire ecosystem and biodiversity of habitats shared by elephants.The Sumatran elephant is critically endangered. The current population is estimated at 1,200-1,500. Threats to their survival is in part due to habitat loss, where Sumatra has experienced one of the highest rates of deforestation within the Asian elephant's habitat range as well as human-elephant conflict because as plantations and fields move into elephant habitat, elephant food sources and migration routes are compromised. As elephants looking for food raid crops, retaliation killing occurs.In this podcast, we will learn:How the International Elephant Project works to protect and conserve the Sumatran elephant living in degraded human dominated landscapes alongside the indigenous peoples due to rapid destruction of the rainforest for plantations.How the Elephant Conflict Monitoring and Mitigation Unit works hand in hand with the community to reduce human-elephant conflict.How the elephants and indigenous community are forced to adapt to a new environment quickly due to massive destruction of the rainforest.The adoption program International Elephant Project has to support the Sumatran elephant.What humans can learn from elephants and their culture.How to help the International Elephant Project continue to conserve and protect the Sumatran elephant in this critical time.

“If you really do understand science and persons - such as humans and orangutans, you must realize that that love is certainly not unscientific thing to give.” -Leif Cocks   In December, I spent ten days in Bukit Tigapuluh National Park in Central Sumatra. I was there with Leif Cocks, the founder of The Orangutan Project and hundreds of orangutans.   We were deep in the rainforest, surrounded by all the sounds of the jungle, no phone, no wifi, no shower aside from a bucket. And even though I didn't see any tigers, they were there, as were monkeys, gibbons, elephants, spotted leopards, mouse deer and thousands of other species. And, I was with Leif, one of the world's most prominent orangutan experts. It was extraordinary.   But it was also devastating. Because on the very many hour drive from the airport in Jambi, a drive that not that many years ago would have been hours and hours through rain forest, all I saw were palm oil plantations.   There is very little of the rainforest left. Humans have destroyed 80 percent of it and the destruction is ongoing. And of course, millions of animals have died in the past couple of decades because of said destruction.   “We're fighting over scraps of the last remaining rainforest.” - Leif Cocks   Leif has spent the past 35 years working with and for orangutans. He first met them when he was in his early 20s, working as a zookeeper at the Perth Zoo in Australia. He quickly realized two things, they are one of the most intelligent species on the planet and they don't belong in captivity (like all non-human animals) and that if we don't do something quickly, we are going to lose them. So, in 1998, while still at the zoo, Leif founded the Orangutan Project and since then he has been a key player in developing conservation plans for orangutans and influencing positive change for their protection and survival. It was a gift to be able to see Leif's work in person and to meet his many, many soulful and wise orange friends. He is fighting for them and for what's left of the rainforest in Sumatra and Borneo and he and the Orangutan Project need our help.   Links:   The Orangutan Project: https://www.theorangutanproject.org/   Donate to the Orangutan Project: https://www.theorangutanproject.org/donate/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorangutanproject/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theorangutanproject   Twitter: https://twitter.com/OrangutanTOP

Today, the Safari heads to Australia (well, digitally, anyway) to sit down with Leif Cocks. Leif is a conservationist, a philosopher, and the founder of The Orangutan Project, The International Tiger Project, The International Elephant Project, Wildlife Conservation International, and Forests For People! We go deep on his work to save orangutans, and talk about the ways philosophy and conservation intertwine. This is a really different, impactful, and inspirational episode. EPISODE LINKS: leifcocks.org orangutan.org.au elephant.org.au tiger.org.au @theorangutanproject @internationaltigerproject ROSSIFARI LINKS: rossifari.com patreon.com/rossifari @rossifari on socials @rossifaripod on TikTok 

In this new podcast episode, I'm talking with Leif Cocks, founder of the International Tiger Project. We talk through his early years when he started working with 15 Orangutans which later led him to focus on other key species such as the Sumatran Tigers and Elephants. Our focus mainly is on the Sumatran Tigers, their conservation, the threats they are facing and what Leif is working towards alongside the local indigenous peoples to ensure that both the tigers and people survive and thrive. Listen in to the end to soak in all the wisdom Leif offers us. Enjoy

Leif joins us on this episode to discuss reforming ourselves to reform the world. He goes on to say that pain wants to create more pain but love and joy want to create love and joy.

My guest this week is Leif Cocks of The Orangutan Project, International Elephant Project, and International Tiger Project. Leif and I discuss how he got started in conservation, the work he does for Orangutans, Tigers, and Elephants, and why we should care about helping these populations survive and thrive. You can learn more about Leif, his work, and how you can help by visiting www.leifcocks.org. Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please rate, review, and subscribe. If you have ideas for future guests please email me at theanimalrescuepodcast@gmail.com or follow me @theanimalrescuepod on Instagram. ASL only: https://youtube.com/channel/UCptgszJ03WBmP_RJZOx6o6w Voice only: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-animal-rescue-podcast-what-you-always-wanted-to/id1548213393 https://open.spotify.com/show/04F2HQcGPGdXWxktsEDI90?si=42NLPNR6RLqcLf208Fi3hw&dl_branch=1

In this episode, we sit down and have an amazing conversation with Leif Cocks, passionate conservationist and founder of The Orangutan Project. We talk about preservation and conservation of our rainforests, moving and living with love & compassion, and the importance of working together NOW, to help to heal this planet, save our beautiful creatures, as well as ourselves. We also chat about how working FOR the animals is more important than working WITH the animals. Join us for this incredibly enlightening conversation.   About Leif and The Orangutan Project:  The Orangutan Project was established in 1998 by founder and world-renowned orangutan expert, Leif Cocks, as a result of his almost 30 year career working with orangutans. Leif is a passionate campaigner for orangutans and has been the leader of The Orangutan Project since its inception. Leif's years in the field have earned him respect within the conservation field. He has been a key player in developing conservation plans for orangutans and influencing positive change for orangutan protection and survival. This includes the first ever successful reintroduction of the zoo-born orangutan. This respect has given The Orangutan Project world standing in conservation. A small population biologist and curator by trade; Leif has several academic qualifications, including a Masters of Science studying orangutans. He is a seasoned public speaker and has published several papers on orangutans in peer-reviewed journals. Leif is also the author of the books Orangutans and their Battle for Survival (2002) and, Amazon best seller, Orangutans My Cousins, My Friends (2016) and Finding our Humanity (2019). Amongst many roles, Leif is currently: a Technical Advisor for PT Alam Bukit Tigapuluh (a company leasing and protecting rainforest), Head of International Elephant Project, head of International Tiger Project, Vice President of Orang Utan Republik Foundation and on the Advisory Board for Forest, Nature and Environment of Aceh. In respect to his professional, animal, human and financial management skills, Leif has been the longest standing member of the Australasian Species Management Program; a Quarantine-Approved Assessor; Zoo Husbandry Adviser; Zoo Accreditation Officer; UN GRASP in-country point of contact, an International Species Coordinator, International Studbook Keeper and the Chair of a World Aquarium and Zoo Association global conservation program.   Websites: www.theorangutanproject.org www.leifcocks.org   Facebook => Leif Cocks   ------------------------------------------------------   Be sure to follow The Animal Files online and on Facebook! www.theanimalfilespodcast.com www.facebook.com/theanimalfilesofficial Instagram => @theanimalfileofficial Twitter => @theanimalfiles   Have a topic you would like us to tackle? Join our Facebook Community for references, conversations, and resources. www.facebook.com/groups/tafcommunity or you can Email us at: theanimalfilespodcast@gmail.com   Want to support the show? => Become a Patron: www.patreon.com/theanimalfilesofficial Or grab some Merch: http://www.teepublic.com/user/positivitees/albums/129886-the-animal-files-podcast-and-radio-show   Don't forget to Rate, Review, Follow, and Subscribe on all of your f

Leif Cocks returns to the podcast to discuss the status of the Sumatran elephant, a critically endangered species that we discussed with him in season 2, which is estimated to have less than 10 years to find a conservation solution or face extinction: he says the ranks of passionate, young Indonesian conservationists he's recently met that are working for the iconic animals' future gives him great hope.   He also shares an update on the critically endangered Tapanuli orangutan, whose land is threatened by a controversial hydroelectric project in North Sumatra, which has also claimed the lives of 16 workers in less than two years. To hear our previous conversation with Leif, find episode 6 of season 2, or listen here: Podcast: With just 10 years left to save Sumatran elephants, what can be done now? To listen to our previous conversation with him about the Tapanuli orangutan, find episode 4 of season 2, or go here: Podcast: Will a newly discovered ape species face a dammed future? Related Reading: ‘Chased from every side': Sumatran elephants pinned down by forest loss Photos: Meet the Indonesians on the front lines of human-elephant conflict in Sumatra ‘Cursed' dam project in orangutan habitat claims 16th life in less than 2 years If you missed the ten part series of Mongabay Explores Sumatra, you can find them via the podcast provider of your choice, or locate all episodes of the Mongabay Explores podcast on our podcast homepage here.  Episode Artwork: Sumatran elephants in Bukit Barisan National Park. Photo by Rhett A. Butler/Mongabay. Please invite your friends to subscribe to Mongabay Explores wherever they get podcasts.  If you enjoy our podcast content, please visit www.patreon.com/mongabay to pledge a dollar or more to keep the show growing, Mongabay is a nonprofit media outlet and all support helps!  See all our latest news from nature's frontline at Mongabay's homepage: news.mongabay.com or find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok by searching for @mongabay. Feedback is always welcome: submissions@mongabay.com.  

Matt interviews Leif Cocks, the founder of the International Tiger Project, an organization that aims to ensure the survival of Sumatran tigers in their natural habitat by undertaking genuine, measurable and effective tiger conservation.They discuss the challenges facing the 400 Sumatran tigers existing in the wild, a number that continues to shrink. Additionally, the Sumatran tiger's rainforest is disappearing at a rapid rate.Leif explains the harm that palm oil plantations, snare traps and more are causing to the tigers, why saving the rainforest is the single most cost-effective way to save the planet and tigers, and why immediate action is needed to protect this species.You can follow the International Tiger Project on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook by clicking any of these links.

There's less than 10 years remaining to save Sumatran elephants, says guest Leif Cocks, founder of the International Elephant Project, so we followed up with him to learn what is being done to save the critically endangered species' shrinking habitats, and to discuss the growing movement to recognize their 'personhood' and thereby ensure their interests are considered in development decisions. Leif also shares his thoughts on a planned hydropower dam in North Sumatra, sited in the only habitat where the last, critically endangered Tapanuli orangutans live. This project has also, tragically, claimed the lives of 16 workers in less than 2 years.  Related Reading via Mongabay: ‘Chased from every side': Sumatran elephants pinned down by forest loss Photos: Meet the Indonesians on the front lines of human-elephant conflict in Sumatra ‘Cursed' dam project in orangutan habitat claims 16th life in less than 2 years To hear our previous conversation with Leif on Sumatran elephants, see season 2, episode 6 of the Mongabay Explores podcast, here: Podcast: With just 10 years left to save Sumatran elephants, what can be done now? Episode artwork: Sumatran elephants play in water. Image by vincentraal via Flickr (CC BY-SA 2.0). Please invite your friends to subscribe to the Mongabay Newscast wherever they get podcasts, or download our free app in the Apple App Store or in the Google Store to get access to our latest episodes at your fingertips. If you enjoy the Newscast, please visit www.patreon.com/mongabay to pledge a dollar or more to keep the show growing, Mongabay is a nonprofit media outlet and all support helps! See all our latest news from nature's frontline at Mongabay's homepage: news.mongabay.com or find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram by searching for @mongabay. Please share your thoughts and feedback! submissions@mongabay.com.

The founder of the Orangutan Project, Leif Cocks is heading to Auckland next week to raise awareness about the conservation of these amazing animals. He's been dubbed the Orangutan whisperer and talks to Jesse about how he came to work with the endangered apes and how people can help.

Leif, Founder of The Orangutan Project, has been working with orangutans for over 30 years.Leif started his career in zoo keeping when the industry had less rules around interacting with animals. He recalls being able to sit and enjoy his lunch with orangutans, as well as playing with the baby orangutans while sitting with their mothers. Leif has been a key player in the development of conservation plans for orangutans, including the first ever successful reintroduction of Tamara, a zoo-born orangutan.Leif saw a gap in orangutan conservation and created The Orangutan Project, alongside the International Elephant Project and the International Tiger Project. He is now affiliated with seven charities across the world and is a Technical Advisor to a number of foundations and companies affecting change on the ground.Leif is the author of 3 books, sharing his journey with orangutans and his own personal journey. He runs eco tours with Orangutan Odysseys, allowing guests the opportunity to experience the rainforest and orangutans first hand.Leif was raised a meat eater, but went vegetarian and subsequently vegan almost 20 years ago, after recognising the connection between all living beings.In this episode, Leif gives listeners an insight into orangutan behaviour, why orangutans can only survive and thrive in the wild and what we can do to help conserve animals and the environment.https://www.instagram.com/theorangutanproject/https://www.facebook.com/theorangutanprojecthttps://www.orangutan.org.au/

Did you know that Orangutans are the most intelligent beings on the planet after humans?  Perfectly adapted to their environment, they pass on their knowledge and culture through each generation, in order to help future generations to thrive.  As self-aware being - as intelligent as a six-year-old child - their drive to extinction is an individual story of horror. Sometimes being macheted and burnt alive as an agricultural pest. To talk us through the conservation story of the Orangutans today is the world-renowned founder of The Orangutan Project, Leif Cocks. Leif has had a 30-year career working with Orangutans. He's a passionate campaigner for the species and has been a key player in developing conservation plans for Orangutans and influencing positive change for orangutan protection and survival. This includes the first-ever successful reintroduction of the zoo-born Orangutan into the wild. We start the chat with his first connection with the species, before talking about what makes the species so special and fragile, then discussing the threats they face and conservation activities that could turn the story around. We also discuss the skills, roles and mindset needed in order to succeed in nature conservation on the frontline. It's a wide-ranging, thoughtful and fascinating discussion. Enjoy.

Saving the life of an individual orangutan is a lifetime positive achievement of immeasurable value. Biologist Leif Cocks began observing and interacting with orangutans as a zookeeper with the Perth Zoo. Today he studies and interrelates with orangutans in the wild within their own habitat in the rainforest. Journey with Leif as he recounts his own actions of saving orangutans back into the wild.

This week's episode features an animal that is almost as intelligent as humans. Alex sits down with special guest, Leif Cocks, Founder of The Orangutan Project. He is a passionate campaigner for orangutans and has worked with them for almost 30 years. So, grab your notebook and get ready to learn about one of our tree climbing cousins: orangutans.For sources and more information, please visit our website.Sign up for our email list on our website for the chance to win a free On Wildlife t-shirt!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/onwildlife)

Biologist Leif Cocks began observing and interacting with animals as a zookeeper with the Perth Zoo. Today he studies and interrelates with orangutans in the wild within their own habitat. Adventure with Leif on a journey of his research and saving the critically endangered orangutan.

In this week's episode, Jason talks with Leif Cocks of the International Elephant Project. Leif has worked for 30 years managing a wide range of animals as a small population biologist and is the author of 3 books on Orangutans. He is the founder of IEP as well as VP of the Orang Utan Rebulik Foundation, lead of The Orangutan Project & International Tiger Project, and on the Advisory Board for Forest, Nature, and Environment of Aceh. During the conversation, Leif covers IEP's mission, how the organization is funded, and projects that money pays for. He also fills us in on why Sumatran Elephants are in trouble, what is impacting their numbers, and how they are an indicator of ecological success. Learn more about the International Elephant Project Check out Leif's site to purchase his books To support this podcast, visit our Patreon page!

The Sunda Tiger is one of two subspecies of tiger - and today they can only be found on the Indonesian island of Sumatra. There's less than four hundred left in Sumatra's forests and time is running out before they become extinct in the wild. As deforestation and illegal hunting continue throughout Sumatra, what hope is there for the long-term survival of the Sumatran Tiger? In this episode we chat to Leif Cocks, founder of the International Tiger Project about the work they are doing in Indonesia and the different ways that you can help save the Sumatran tiger today. Links International Tiger Project

The Sumatran elephant is a small species of Asian elephant whose numbers are dwindling as their lowland forest habitats are converted to crops like oil palms. Experts say that Indonesia has 10 years to turn this trend around and save them from the eternity of extinction--and that doing so will have many additional benefits for human communities and wildlife.  To explore the issues surrounding the species' conservation, we spoke with 3 guests: Leif Cocks, the founder of the International Elephant Project, Sapariah “Arie” Saturi, Mongabay-Indonesia's Senior Writer who's reported regularly on the issue; and Dr. Wishnu Sukmantoro an elephant expert at Indonesia's Bogor Agricultural University.   Two articles Arie reported for Mongabay on the topic: As a forest in Sumatra disappears for farms and roads, so do its elephants On plantations and in ‘protected' areas, Sumatran elephants keep turning up dead Episode artwork courtesy of World Wildlife Fund's Sumatran elephant program. Please invite your friends to subscribe to Mongabay Explores wherever they get podcasts. We now offer a free app in the Apple App Store and in the Google Store for our sister series, the Mongabay Newscast, so you can have access to our latest episodes at your fingertips. If you enjoy our podcast content, please visit www.patreon.com/mongabay to pledge a dollar or more to keep the show growing, Mongabay is a nonprofit media outlet and all support helps! Supporting at the $10/month level now delivers access to Insider Content at Mongabay.com, too, please visit the link above for details. See all our latest news from nature's frontline at Mongabay's homepage: news.mongabay.com or find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram by searching for @mongabay. Feedback is always welcome: submissions@mongabay.com.

We are so excited to have one of the world's foremost orangutan experts, Leif Cocks, on to discuss the peril of one of our most beloved primates. Leif is the founder and president of The Orangutan Project. From there website it states, The Orangutan Project was established in 1998 by founder and world-renowned orangutan expert, Leif Cocks, as a result of his almost 30 year career working with orangutans. Leif is a passionate campaigner for orangutans and has been the President of The Orangutan Project since its inception.  Leif's years in the field have earned him respect within the conservation field. He has been a key player in developing conservation plans for orangutans and influencing positive change for orangutan protection and survival. This includes the first ever successful reintroduction of the zoo-born orangutan. This respect has given The Orangutan Project world standing in conservation. You can learn more about Leif and The Orangutan Project by visiting HERE

Today we will be speaking with Leif Cocks, world renown orangutan expert and founder of The Orangutan Project.  The Orangutan Project was created in 1998.  Its mission is to protect endangered orangutans from extinction and to live in secured populations for years to come.  Leif has played a key role in establishing conservation plans for orangutans and their survival for nearly thirty years.With Leif's extensive work, he has published several papers on orangutans, is a public speaker, and lectures at universities.  He is also an author of three books, one including an amazon best seller: Orangutans; My cousins, My friends.Orangutans are amazing creatures who share 97% of human DNA.  They are very self-aware and are as intelligent as a 6-year-old child.Orangutans are found on the island of Borneo which is politically divided by Indonesia and Malaysia and the Indonesian island of Sumatra.  Both species are critically endangered and due to being the slowest reproducing creatures in the world, their population is even more at risk.  80% of orangutans live in unprotected forests which puts them at risk to losing their precious habitats to palm oil plantations, logging, mining, and agriculture.  Their habitats are rapidly being lost as every hour 300 football fields of rainforests are removed to make palm oil plantations.  We are losing approximately 5,000 orangutans per year.  Therefore, The Orangutan Project's strategy is to save up to eight ecosystems that orangutans live in, in order to bring the orangutans through our current extinction crisis.  In this podcast, we will learn what re-wilding means and why it is important to wildlife, humans, and our planet.  We will also learn why the next ten years are critical to saving our planet and how The Orangutan Project work is not only helping to save orangutans but our planet as well. You can learn more of The Orangutan Project's work at:Website: https://www.theorangutanproject.orgTwitter: https://twitter.com/orangutanTOPInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorangutanproject/

Love, empathy, privilege — those aren't words you generally hear floating up out of the trenches of conservation battles. Leif Cocks believes — we have to see beyond the mere mechanics of conservation. For over thirty years Leif has shared an intimate connection with what some primatologists call the “second most intelligent” animal on Earth — the orangutan.Leif Cocks is the founder and president of The Orangutan Project, an Australian-based NGO which seeks to protect all three critically endangered orangutan species and their rapidly disappearing habitats on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra.Support the show (https://globio.org/donate)

In this episode, I interview Leif Cocks the founder of The Orangutan Project. Leif has worked with and campaigned for orangutans for almost 30 years. Leif's years in the field have earned him respect within the conservation field. He has been a key player in developing conservation plans for orangutans and influencing positive change for orangutan protection and survival.  The Orangutan Project: collaborates with several orangutan conservation projects, as well as providing habitat protection and land acquisition through its own programs to deter wildlife poaching, illegal logging, and land clearing in Indonesia. We talk about: Why Orangutan's habitat is being destroyed Why economically it is bad for local communities What consumers can do to shop smarter to protect Orangutang habitat I hope you enjoy listening. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/everydaychangemakers/message

Orangutans are critically endangered and human activity involving deforestation is driving this umbrella species to extinction. If we humans don't make drastic changes in the next decade to save their habitat, they as well as a variety of other species, will be wiped out. Someone who is doing something about this is Leif Cocks. Leif  is an orangutan expert and the founder of The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject which is an organization that works to save orangutans from extinction. He has been a key player in developing conservation  plans for orangutans and influencing positive change for orangutan  protection and survival. A small population biologist and curator by trade; Leif has several  academic qualifications, including a Masters of Science studying  orangutans. He lectures at universities, is a seasoned public speaker  and has published several papers on orangutans in peer-reviewed  journals. In this interview he talks about the characteristics of orangutans, what his organization does to help them and how every individual can play their part in preventing them from going extinct.Make sure to have a listen.

Leif Cocks founder of The Orangutan Project talks with Coe Lewis about securing the survival of critically endangered orangutans.

Orangutans are highly intelligent creatures that share 97% of human DNA. But these beloved primates are also critically endangered and so are the habitats they live in.  Today's episode is a conversation with world-renowned orangutan expert Leif Cocks who is also the founder and president of The Orangutan Project and has 30 plus years experience working with orangutans and advocating for rainforest protection and building sustainable local communities.  We take a deep look into what it takes to protect orangutans in the wild which is crucial to their saving. We also explore climate change initiatives which include avoiding deforestation, investing in improved agriculture practices in indigenous and local communities and why a sustainable economy is the way forward.  This episode has a lot of heart and it will explore the collective opportunity that is present to protect people, animals and the planet and the urgency to do so.  Following the episode, you can reach out to The Orangutan Project for more information, to donate or receive updates on their incredible work.

Audio recorded via Zoom, during 2020 coronavirus lockdown:Simone Feiler talks with 'The Orangutan Project' founder and president, Leif Cocks about his life, orangutans, conservation, spirituality, meditation, the covid-19 situation and what you can do to help build and maintain the habitat of orangutans and be instrumental in saving them from their imminent extinction.  Find out more at:www.theorangutanproject.orgwww.leifcocks.orgWhat's your story?I'd love to have a chat with you!www.brisbaneaudiobookproduction.com

Found and President of The Orangutan Project: Leif Cocks has dedicated his life to the survival of The Orangutan. The project was established back in 1998 with Leif being the President from the get-go. This non-profit has gained over $14,000,000 to save the species from extinction and has made enormous accomplishments. Leif was involved in the first-ever successful reintroduction of a zoo-born orangutan giving the project wold standing in conservation. To donate, go to orangutan.org.au Check out their Instagram @Theorangutanproject Leif has a Masters of Science studying orangutans and also the author of books: Orangutans and their Battle for Survival (2002) and Orangutans My Cousins, My Friends (2016). Visit leifcocks.org to learn more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Everybody loves Orangutans, but how much do we really know about them? We are currently living in a world where we may lose all wild orangutans within the next decade as a result of human activity, but many of us are live our day to day lives unaware of that tragic fact. In this episode, we sit down with Leif Cocks, World-Renowned Orangutan Expert, whose worked in the field for nearly 30 years. He's the author of “Orangutans and their Battle for Survival”, “Orangutans: My Cousins, My Friends” and “Finding our Humanity: An Inner Journey Towards Understanding Ourselves and Our Way Forward”. Leif has leadership roles in 10 organizations, including The Orangutan Project which he founded in 1998, and was responsible for the first ever reintroduction of a zoo born orangutan! Find out more about the Orangutan Project at www.theorangutanproject.org Support The Wild Life by becoming a member at patreon.com/TheWildLife or by purchasing official merch at thewildlife.blog/shop Follow us on instagram @devonthenatureguy and @thewildlife.blog or on Twitter @thewildlifepod or @devthenatureguy Wherever you are listening, be sure to leave us a rating and review. It's not just a review, it's a very real source of serotonin! Also, leave us a review on Podchaser, the IMDB of podcasts, at https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-wild-life-1023165 (https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-wild-life-1023165) Support this podcast