Lara Volski | People and Wildlife Lab, University of Washington
As a wildlife ecologist working in a rapidly polarizing world, I believe conservation must begin with listening. I draw from both ecological and social theories to document the impacts of wolf recovery in Washington State, and I am particularly focused on ensuring that the perspectives of rural communities are heard and incorporated into the science and management of controversial, large carnivores.
To learn more about my research, you can listen to my lecture, ‘The Wolf Next Door: A Community Perspective on the Return of Wolves.‘
Carnivore Ecology & Conservation 