In this episode, Aleisha chats with Jarrah Small, a 16 year old conservationist, wildlife rescuer and environmental educatorfrom Noosa. From a young age, Jarrah has been passionate about protecting wildlife and the environment from plastic pollution and other human created threats. She is involved in a variety practical community initiatives, giving educational presentations in schools and creating engaging content across social media platforms to inspire and create change.

You'll hear about:

• Her early inspiration to take conservation action
• How collecting data can drive conservation initiatives
• How educating young people is empowering the next generation of changemakers
• Her wildlife rescue experiences
• Why engaging youth in conservation is important for the future
• The power of every individual and each individual action to create change

Useful links:

• Follow Jarrah on Instagram: @jarrah._j_j
• Australian Marine Debris Initiative with Tangaroa Blue Foundation: tangaroablue.org/database/
• Log koala sightings on QWildlife app
• Contact your local wildlife rescue group if you see sick or injured wildlife: auswildlife.org/find-a-rescue/

Jarrah is also:

• Youth Advocate for the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation
• Youth Ambassador for the Sunshine Coast Environment Council
• Ambassador for Ten Little Pieces