Virginia Young
About Virginia
Virginia is a prominent successful advocate for Nature in Australia and a global wilderness visionary.
Background
Virginia Young works with global science leaders to communicate the importance of biodiversity and ecosystem integrity for carbon retention, climate mitigation and adaptation to encourage synergistic climate and biodiversity action.
Her voluntary roles include, Board membership of Gondwanalink Ltd, the Great Eastern Ranges Initiative, Wilderness Australia and the US based Partnership for Policy Integrity. She is a member of IUCNs Climate Specialist Group of the World Commission on Protected Areas and the Nature Thematic lead for the IUCN Climate Crisis Commission.
Articles by Virginia
Nature's Protection: Heart connection is the key
Conservation expert, Virginia Young, discusses the importance of a heart connection in Nature campaigns. Action is never taken unless people care.
A sense of wonder
Virginia Young reflects on her childhood connection with Nature, and the importance of this connection.
Forests critical for Climate and Biodiversity Protection
Policy expert Virginia Young explains the critical role of forests in dealing with the twin challenges of climate and biodiversity protection