Seminar: Conservation, Communities and the Future of Aotearoa’s Natural Capital
Hear Director-General of Conservation Penny Nelson speak on the role of conservation in supporting a thriving, resilient and prosperous Aotearoa New Zealand.
New Zealand’s natural environment underpins our identity, wellbeing, economy and international reputation. Yet biodiversity loss, climate change, increasing pressure on natural resources and evolving societal expectations are creating new challenges for how we manage and protect our landscapes, ecosystems and species.
Date: Thursday 25th June 2026.
Time: 1 to 2.30pm.
Location: Memorial Hall at Lincoln University or access the virtual livestream.
Cost: FREE.
In this seminar, Penny Nelson will reflect on the opportunities and challenges facing New Zealand’s conservation system and the role that government, iwi, communities, researchers, industry and landowners can play in safeguarding our natural heritage for future generations. Drawing on her extensive experience in public sector leadership, she will share perspectives on conservation as a foundation for resilience, the importance of partnership and innovation and how environmental stewardship can contribute to broader social and economic outcomes.
This event offers a valuable opportunity to engage with one of New Zealand’s foremost leaders in conservation and to explore how collaborative approaches can help deliver positive outcomes for both people and nature.
Find out more about this seminar on conservation and communities, including how to register or access the livestream.