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Meet the Team

  • TRY Sitheng

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & TEAM LEADER

    Sitheng has three decades of experience in the rescue, care and release of wildlife and forest protection at Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Center. He also manages our community forest protection programs.

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    OUNG Chenda

    DEPUTY DIRECTOR & HEAD VETERINARIAN

    Chenda is the Number One Cambodian wildlife veterinarian. He’s involved in rescue operations throughout Cambodia and the implementation of programs, as well as management of everyday’s logistics.

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    KIM Pisey

    HEAD KEEPER - WILDLIFE RESCUE, CARE AND RELEASE

    Pisey's ability with animals is unmatched, making him the most dedicated animal caretaker in our team. He has a longstanding experience caring for rescued and orphaned animals.

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    PHAB Sopha

    COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

    Sopha won’t often appears in our photos and videos, for a good reason: he’s the guy documenting the implementation of our activities. Sopha is also involved in the daily rescue, care and release of our animals.

  • BUNTHIM MaliVuth

    EDUCATION, AWARENESS, ECOTOURISM

    Vuth is a teacher by vocation, and his passion for nature and wildlife makes him an ideal fit for this role. Before joining CWC, he led behind-the-scenes tours of Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Center.

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    Nick MARX

    SENIOR ADVISER

    Nick has worked with wildlife for over 50 years. He is currently advising APSARA National Authority on Wildlife in Angkor. Nick was awarded the Royal Order of Sahametrei by the Cambodian Government and MBE by the British Government for his work in conservation.

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    Joe ROSE

    ADVISER

    Joe has been involved in wildlife conservation in Cambodia as a reptile specialist, particularly with FFI's Siamese Crocodile Project. He helped found CWC and he’s a close adviser to the project since its inception.

  • Ollie ROBERTS

    TECHNICAL ADVISER & GRANTS MANAGER

    Ollie is a British wildlife conservationist specializing in the protection of terrestrial ecosystems and species in Southeast Asia. He is experienced in grants & reporting, protected area management, biodiversity monitoring and the illegal wildlife trade.

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    TAN Kimsour

    VICE CHAIRPERSON

    A Cambodian activist who cares deeply about his country, society, culture and natural environment, Kimsour is passionate about protecting Phnom Aural, Cambodia’s highest mountain.

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    MEAS Chandalin

    CHAIRPERSON

    One of Cambodia’s most popular motivational speakers, content creator & businesswoman, Chandalin uses her voice to raise awareness about wildlife conservation.