Join the Founder of The Orangutan Project, Leif Cocks (OAM) for an evening of inspiration and in-depth discussions of the biggest issues facing our planet.
These events focus on A Future We Can Believe In. After more than two years of challenges, loss and trauma, even in the midst of an extinction crisis, there is good reason for hope.
Leif wants to share his vision, as well as his concerns about the stark reality of life on our planet, as we navigate this most important decade of change. We have only one decade left to turn the situation around, and although the challenges seem insurmountable, we are actively working on the solutions.
Events are being held in beautiful locations such as the Arts Centre in Melbourne or the Royal Automobile Club of Australia in Sydney with a range of catering from 5 star dining through to the humble, yet delicious food, from market food trucks. Check out the links below to see what event is near you and what special guests, entertainment and amazing auction items they have.
So please join us, find out how you can be part of our work, and listen to one of the most inspiring conservationists you’ll ever hear...
Leif Cocks is a primatologist with 30+ years experience working with orangutans and has a Masters of science studying orangutans. He led the project to re-introduce the first zoo-born orangutan into the wild, and in 1998 founded The Orangutan Project to secure the survival of Critically Endangered orangutans in their natural habitat.
Image top-right: Orangutan expert Leif Cocks, pictured here when he reconnected with Temara, three years after her release into the wild.
The Orangutan Project has since contributed millions of dollars into orangutan conservation and has established a distinctive, holistic approach encompassing legally protecting rainforests; securing, restoring and patrolling rainforests; rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing ex-captive orangutans; and educating and empowering local communities and indigenous people.
Leif is the author of several books and academic papers on the subject of orangutan conservation, and his most recent Finding Our Humanity, also explores the fundamental links between our tribal past and our likely future on the planet (Books available on the night).
Last year Cocks was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia, one of the country’s highest honours, for his work protecting Critically Endangered orangutans.
We’re looking forward to seeing you and discussing how we can make the difference the world needs. Together, we can create a future we can all believe in.