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SUMMARY:From Warfare to Wildlife: A Journey of Courage\, Conservation\, and Change
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening with Damien Mander\, a former special 
 operations sniper and Iraq war veteran who traded conflict for 
 conservation. After years on the front lines\, he dedicated his life to 
 protecting the natural world\, working across Africa to safeguard wildlife 
 and ecosystems under threat.\n\nThrough building one of the continent’s 
 largest community-based conservation forces\, he has helped create pathways 
 for hundreds of women to become protectors of their environment and leaders 
 in their communities. His work merges military precision with compassion 
 and sustainability\, creating new models for conservation that balance 
 security\, empowerment\, and ecological restoration.\n\nDamien’s approach 
 is rooted in the belief that the preservation of nature is inseparable from 
 the advancement of people. His vision has inspired global audiences\, from 
 grassroots villages to international forums\, to reimagine conservation as 
 both a moral duty and an investment in our collective future.\n\nHe has 
 been featured in major international media including National Geographic\, 
 CNN\, and Forbes\, and has spoken on stages such as TED\, the United 
 Nations\, and leading conservation and leadership forums around the world. 
 His work has been recognized through multiple humanitarian and 
 environmental awards\, and his story continues to inspire new generations 
 to act with courage and purpose.\n\nHe continues to travel and speak around 
 the world\, sharing lessons from a life that bridges warfare and 
 wilderness\, and calling on those with the means and influence to help 
 secure a living planet for generations to come.\n\nRegistration recommended 
 to join us in person. To watch online (no registration needed) visit: 
 https://vimeo.com/event/5469024. The recording will be available to watch 
 later on The Community Library's Event Archive.
LOCATION:John A. and Carole O. Moran Lecture Hall\, The Community Library
ORGANIZER;CN="Martha Williams":MAILTO:mwilliams@comlib.org
CATEGORIES:Lectures & Conversations
CONTACT;CN="Martha Williams":MAILTO:mwilliams@comlib.org
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