Tag: Symposium Highlights

First Update: Launch of the Galapagos Agroecological Observatory Website

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At the Sixth Symposium on Research and Conservation in Galapagos, I had the honor of presenting the progress of the group we have been collaborating with over the past year in our monitoring and conservation activities. The idea of collaboration deeply resonated with many attendees, and several people approached me expressing their interest in joining our efforts.

A group of panelists around a table with the symposium logo on it.
This was the food security panel. Moderator: Carlos Mena (USFQ and Galapagos Science Center). Panelists: Front row, from left to right: Jean Pierre (ABG – San Cristobal), Francisco Laso (Western Washington University), Amanda Thompson (Galapagos Science Center and UNC-Chapel Hill), Donaldo Navarrete (Heifer Foundation), Giovanni Sarigú (Hacienda Tranquila).

This enthusiasm and support have motivated us to build this website. Our main goal is to stay in touch in an organized and effective manner, facilitating continuous communication and collaboration among all interested parties.

Why are we building this website?

Facilitating Collaboration: We want to create a space where scientists, farmers, educators, and community members can exchange ideas, share data, and coordinate efforts efficiently.

Centralizing Information: Through this website, you will know where to find the data generated or analyzed by the Galapagos Agroecological Observatory. Here you can find updates on our activities, progress reports, and access to important databases.

Promoting Transparency: Through this website, we aim to keep all our collaborators and the general public informed about our progress and challenges. Transparency is key to building trust and fostering effective collaboration.

Generating Ideas Organically: We believe that the best ideas and collaboration topics emerge organically through conversation and knowledge exchange. This website will be a platform to facilitate these interactions and nurture new initiatives.

What can you expect in this News and Events section?

Regular Updates: We will keep everyone informed about the latest project advancements and discoveries.

Event Announcements: We will share details about upcoming workshops, meetings, and conferences related to the observatory.

Collaboration Stories: We will highlight success stories and experiences from our collaborators, showing how together we are making a difference in the conservation and agriculture of Galapagos.

Opportunities to Get Involved: We will post opportunities for new collaborators to join the project and contribute their knowledge and skills.

We are excited about the future of this project and the countless possibilities that collaboration can offer. Thank you for being part of this mission and for your continued support!