Thanda Ko Gyi Email & Phone Number

Myanmar

- Founded Myanmar's first marine conservation organization focused on Abandoned, Lost, or otherwise Discarded Fishing Gear (ALDFG)- Worked with experts to define Myanmar Ocean Project's mission and programming- Secured and managed reputable grants to support research expeditions into the Mergui Archipelago- Led and oversaw first-ever ALDFG research and cleanup expedition in Myanmar- Collaborated with international organizations such as World Animal Protection, Ocean Conservancy,… Show more - Founded Myanmar's first marine conservation organization focused on Abandoned, Lost, or otherwise Discarded Fishing Gear (ALDFG)- Worked with experts to define Myanmar Ocean Project's mission and programming- Secured and managed reputable grants to support research expeditions into the Mergui Archipelago- Led and oversaw first-ever ALDFG research and cleanup expedition in Myanmar- Collaborated with international organizations such as World Animal Protection, Ocean Conservancy, Global Ghost Gear Initiative, Fauna and Flora International, and Istituto Oikos to facilitate research - Held presentations, dialogues, and workshops to raise awareness about ALDFG in Myanmar- Engaged with local fishing communities to learn about the causes and problems of ALDFG- Liaised with the Department of Fisheries, the Environmental Conservation Department, and the Myanmar Navy to garner support for the project and share information Show less

Myanmar

- Manage MMF's manta ray database in Myanmar through mantamatcher.org- Raise awareness about MMF's projects in Southeast Asia- Attain permits for MMF's local research expeditions- Liaise with the local government to ensure support for manta ray tagging and research- Boost awareness about manta ray conservation in Myanmar- Promote the use of the Manta Matcher database in the regional dive industry- Work with local communities and stakeholders to garner support for the… Show more - Manage MMF's manta ray database in Myanmar through mantamatcher.org- Raise awareness about MMF's projects in Southeast Asia- Attain permits for MMF's local research expeditions- Liaise with the local government to ensure support for manta ray tagging and research- Boost awareness about manta ray conservation in Myanmar- Promote the use of the Manta Matcher database in the regional dive industry- Work with local communities and stakeholders to garner support for the project- Organize outreach and education events in Myanmar- Represent MMF Manta Ray Program at talks, conferences, and events across Myanmar Show less