Date and time
Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 October 2023
9am – 4:30pm
Price
Weekend: £30
One Day: £20
Location
Chester Zoo
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In November 2022 we hosted our very second annual Youth Symposium, with young people across the world of conservation sharing their stories.
We’re delighted to announce that our Youth Symposium will be returning Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 October 2023 and we are inviting young people from across the country to share their experiences, knowledge and passion for conservation!
Keynote Speakers
Saturday 21 October
Amy Meek – Kids Against Plastic
Amy and her sister, Ella, launched an award-winning campaign in 2016, called Kids Against Plastic (KAP), which has since become a charity. KAP has a bold vision – to empower young people to become agents of change on environmental issues close to their hearts, all while building essential life skills and self-confidence.
Amy has worked tirelessly to raise awareness of the negative effects of plastic on the environment, and empowered others to take action. Kids Against Plastic now have a team of over 280 young people around the world as part of the KAP Club. It’s Be Plastic Clever scheme has had over 1800 schools and numerous cafes and businesses involved since its launch in early 2019. Plus, the sisters have collected over 100,000 pieces of plastic after developing a litter logging app with mapping agency, Esri.
Sunday 22 October
Inka Cresswell – ‘From Science to Cinema: My Evolution as an Ocean Advocate’
Embark on an inspiring journey with Wildlife Filmmaker and Photographer, Inka Cresswell, as she takes you behind the scenes of her extraordinary career in ocean conservation. With a background in Marine Biology and a passion for capturing the beauty of our oceans, Inka’s storytelling has led her to explore marine protected areas around the world, coral restoration initiatives, and even explore the world of shark tagging.
Join her as she shares tales of her adventures and collaborations with leading scientists and camera professionals worldwide. Through captivating visuals and heartfelt narratives, Inka delves into the world of wildlife filmmaking and photography, offering advice to aspiring conservationists. Discover the art of making conservation accessible, and be inspired to join the wave of change in safeguarding our precious marine ecosystems.
OUR TEAM OF EXPERTS WORK IN SIX REGIONS AROUND THE GLOBE – REPRESENTING SOME OF THE PLANET’S MOST BIODIVERSE HABITATS. Discover more about our SCIENCE AND CONSERVATION work.