{"id":190,"date":"2024-11-25T14:52:26","date_gmt":"2024-11-25T14:52:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/dice\/?p=190"},"modified":"2024-11-25T14:52:26","modified_gmt":"2024-11-25T14:52:26","slug":"remembering-elva","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/dice\/2024\/11\/25\/remembering-elva\/","title":{"rendered":"Remembering Elva: Advocate, Leader and DICE Alumna"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"lead\">We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Elva Gemita, an alumna of our MSc in Conservation Project Management in 2015-16.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"c20ue\" data-offset-key=\"20hlg-0-0\">\n<div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"20hlg-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"20hlg-0-0\">Elva was a tireless advocate for wildlife conservation in Sumatra, leaving an indelible mark on the field and all who knew her.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"c20ue\" data-offset-key=\"20k3f-0-0\">\n<div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"20k3f-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"20k3f-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"c20ue\" data-offset-key=\"6edlk-0-0\">\n<div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"6edlk-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"6edlk-0-0\">Her early work in Indonesia involved conservation and development projects around Kerinci-Seblat National Park where DICE supported tiger monitoring. She went on to lead biodiversity monitoring and patrol teams for a major palm oil company and later became a pivotal figure at the Harapan Forest Restoration project. As Manager for Environment, Research, and Development, she ensured biodiversity was central to restoration efforts, inspiring a new generation of conservationists.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"c20ue\" data-offset-key=\"8bvih-0-0\">\n<div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"8bvih-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"8bvih-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"c20ue\" data-offset-key=\"9p8bn-0-0\">\n<div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"9p8bn-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"9p8bn-0-0\">Elva\u2019s passion for protecting Indonesia\u2019s tigers and forests was resolute, her enthusiasm infectious even in the most challenging conditions. She was not only a brilliant conservationist, but also a kind and inspiring colleague whose legacy will continue to inspire.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"c20ue\" data-offset-key=\"3ojuc-0-0\">\n<div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"3ojuc-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"3ojuc-0-0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"\" data-block=\"true\" data-editor=\"c20ue\" data-offset-key=\"1bb10-0-0\">\n<div class=\"public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr\" data-offset-key=\"1bb10-0-0\"><span data-offset-key=\"1bb10-0-0\">Our heartfelt condolences go to Elva\u2019s family and friends across Indonesia. Her dedication to conservation and unwavering spirit will never be forgotten.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Elva Gemita, an alumna of our MSc in Conservation Project Management in 2015-16. 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