Prof. Taddeo Rusoke
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Biography
With 15 years of experience, I am a Ugandan Researcher/ Conservation Scientist and an Adjunct Professor of Natural Resources Management & Ecotourism. In 2024, I was awarded the Government of the Republic of Uganda - Human-Wildlife Harmonious Living Award. I am an alumnus of the Centre for United Nations Constitutional Research in Belgium🇧🇪and ranked as the 13th best Scientist & Researcher at Nkumba Univ, 1208th in Uganda, 79721st in East Africa, and occupying the 1,385,967th position in the World, I am adorned with a PhD in Natural Resources Management - Conservation Sciences: [Biodiversity, Rural Livelihoods & Human-Wildlife conflict mitigation], a Master of Science in Environmental Health, & a Bachelor of Science Degree in Wildlife Management Sciences, from Nkumba University Uganda. I hold other certificates in Conservation (General) from Arizona State University and nature-based Solutions for Disaster and Climate Resilience from the UNEP & SDG Academy. I am the Executive Director of the Wildlife Clubs of Uganda, a Board Member at the Global Centre for Risk & Innovation - GCRI (Canada) & a Board Member at Leiden University Press (Netherlands). He is a Senior Conservation Scientist, Senior Fellow, Two-time Global Award Winning Sustainability Scientist, Author, & People-centered Manager with multinational and International Conservation Development expertise. He has won & implemented grants from prestigious organizations such as the U.S Forest Service, and UWA.
Affiliations
Mountains of the Moon University
Fort Portal, Kabarole, Uganda
Environment, Natural Resources and Tourism
Honors and Awards
Human-Wildlife Harmonious Living Award 2024
Government of Uganda: Ministry of Tourism Wildlife and Antiquities
For promoting harmonious living between people and wildlife. Through his book, ” Buffer Crop Farming Against Wild Animal Damage in Uganda”, he provides innovative solutions for conservation managers, practitioners, and policymakers on how to improve Food Security for farmers bordering protected areas by mitigating damages occasioned by herbivorous wild animals hence promoting Human-Wildlife-Harmonious living/ coexistence.
Platinum Award for Sustainability Sciences in Uganda 2022
Global Sustainable Futures Network, United Kingdom
Taddeo Rusoke's Sustainability Work in Uganda Dr. Taddeo Rusoke is a prominent Ugandan researcher and conservationist known for his significant contributions to sustainability and biodiversity conservation in Uganda. His work primarily focuses on: Participatory Forest Monitoring (PFM): Dr Rusoke has been instrumental in promoting PFM as a tool for sustainable forest management. He has conducted research and implemented programs to involve communities in monitoring and protecting forests.
Platinum Award for Social Media Engagement and Promotion
Global Sustainable Futures Network, United Kingdom
The GSFN social media promotion is a prestigious award that recognizes individuals or organizations making significant contributions to the field of sustainability in Uganda. Dr. Rusoke is a renowned Ugandan environmentalist and advocate for sustainable development. Key aspects of the award: Focus: The award highlights individuals or organizations working on sustainability initiatives in Uganda, such as environmental conservation, and climate change.
Experience
Adjunct Professor
Al Azhar University, Jakarta Indonesia
01 May 2024 - present
Senior Lecturer
Mountains of the Moon University, Fort Portal Uganda
01 May 2024 - present
Visiting Senior Fellow
Stellenbosch University (African Wildlife Economy Institute) South Africa
01 Jul 2021 - present