Wildlife Seminar

WILDLIFE AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION SEMINAR

Participation in seminars is the first step to learning about Australian wildlife conservation and rescue.

To create a platform to share ideas to improve co-existence between humanity and animals and the environment, AJWCEF invites international and local veterinarians, rangers and researchers to run seminars and symposiums throughout Japan.

However, with the spread of COVID-19 from the spring of 2020, travel between Australia and Japan has become difficult. As such, AJWCEF will be running online seminars focusing on wildlife protection and environmental conservation, as well as, seminars for those interested in an exchange to Australia.

On-demand Seminar Recordings for Individuals and Small Groups

We have created an affordable on-demand online platform where you can view recordings of our online seminars.
Due to differences in internet capabilities of viewers around the world and to minimize connection issues, pre-recorded lectures will be provided. We will be taking questions via zoom or email, so please send us your questions for the panelists.
Within one week of requesting access to our seminars, you will have access to view the recordings at your convenience.

Topic Presenter Summary

Koalas and the dangers they face

 Tetsuo Mizuno Examines:
-        koala ecology
-        the multifaceted risks that threaten their survival
-        the relationship between people and wildlife
-        the differences in animal welfare and ethics between Australia and Japan
-        improvements to humanity’s co-existence with animals

Ocean rubbish and sea life

 Tetsuo Mizuno Covers the effect of rubbish on ocean ecosystems, of microplastics on the food chain and  peoples’ health, and what we can do to help.  

Wild horses (Brumbies) and Australia’s ecosystem

 Yuko Crease Using the wild horses of Australia as an example, this seminar looks at the effect of introduced species on local ecosystems and examines the culling of imported species and animal ethics/welfare from a wildlife conservation perspective.

Unique animals of Australia – Why are there so many marsupials?

 Yuko Crease Covers the background of Australia’s unique wildlife with a  focus on five endangered marsupials (koala, wombat, Tasmanian devil, Proserpine-rock wallaby, mahogany glider), their fundamental ecology and reasons they are under threat of extinction.

Australian Humpback Dolphin

 Ayako Yajima The Australian Humpback dolphin was included as the fourth subspecies in the humpback dolphin species in 2014. This endangered Australian Humpback dolphin is what we focus on, going into their ecology, their current status, and the government initiatives for their protection.

Living with wildlife – Dingos of Fraser Island

 AJWCEF Staff Covers the history and ecology of dingos in comparison to dogs, conservation efforts by the state government and wildlife protection groups and what we can do to better co-exist with the dingo population.

Cost: per seminar 2700 yen (tax included), or 33.00 AUD (GST included)

AJWCEF member discount: per seminar 2000 yen (tax included), or 25.00 AUD (GST included)

If interested, please apply by sending an email to info@ajwcef.org titled ‘Application for online seminar recordings.’ Please send us any questions you may have.

Note

  • Access to YouTube is required to view on-demand seminars. Additionally, the recordings are unlisted, and, to share them  a free google account (Gmail address) is needed. The Q&A Zoom meetings will typically be held on the final day recordings are available, and an email invitation will be sent. If the date and times are not suitable, we ask you send your questions via email.
  • AJWCEF does not cover any costs associated with communication or connection.
  • We will answer any questions to the best of our ability; however, if further research is required, we will email you with a response at a later date.
  • Recording of sessions (photos, sound recordings, saving documents) is prohibited.
  • Following registration, we will send all emails (Zoom and YouTube links) to the registered email address. If you do not receive the emails, please contact the AJWCEF office.
  • To avoid emails from AJWCEF being downloaded into the spam folder, please change your settings to allow emails to be received from info@ajwcef.org
  • If you are not familiar with Zoom, we recommend familiarizing yourself with the program prior to meetings (https://zoom.us/jp-jp/meetings.html)

Seminar Participation Process

Application

  • Please specify the topic you would like in your email
  • After we receive your payment, we will send you a confirmation email

The Seminar

  • When the recording is first made available, we will send an email instructing you how to access the recordings and Q&A Zoom meetings
  • Please watch the recordings on YouTube at your own leisure (you will need to sign into your google account)

The Q&A

  • To join the Q&A Zoom meeting, please use the Zoom link invitation emailed to you (if the date and times are not suitable, we ask you send your questions via email).

For Schools, Businesses and Community Groups

Please select the seminars you would like to view from our list, and we will make them available to view at your desired time. If your institution uses programs other than Zoom, we can accommodate that.

Please email us for more details to info@ajwcef.org