Born in the Philippines, studied and worked in Bristol, UK and Palawan, Philippines and a teacher, diver and artist as well, Anita Gardner works at Atelier Aquatic promoting , Art, Education and Marine Conservation as well as promoting awareness of marine life to local people.
Alexander Yee: Overcoming Turtle Conservation Challenges
It took vision, persistence and wisdom for conservationist Alexander Yee to be able to release his 30,000th turtle hatchling into the South China Sea after five years this March. He spoke to Mallika Naguran about how this highly effective turtle conservation programme came about but more importantly, how obstructive village practices were overcome to boost this aspect of marine life and ecotourism in Sabah.
