Liz Tyson is the Programs Director for Born Free USA and Director of the Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary. Prior to that she was International Director for the Palestinian Animal League and Director of the Captive Animals Protection Society (CAPS). She has a PhD in animal welfare law and has been an active advocate and voice for animals for over 15 years. 

Liz spent 2 years working with indigenous Amazonian Tikuna communities in South America on primate conservation.

In this podcast, Liz chats about her love of animals, her journey into and within the animal welfare sector, the many issues related to wildlife in captivity and some of the incredible memories and moments she has experienced throughout her career. 

Born Free USA website - https://www.bornfreeusa.org

Born Free Foundation website - https://www.bornfree.org.uk

Freedom for Animals website - https://www.freedomforanimals.org.uk