Ian Redmond, OBE

Ian Redmond is one of the world’s most respected primate conservationists, with more than four decades of experience protecting great apes and their habitats. Beginning his career working alongside Dian Fossey studying mountain gorillas in Rwanda, he has since played a leading role in international efforts to conserve gorillas, chimpanzees, and other endangered wildlife.

Ian currently serves as Chair of Ape Alliance and as an ambassador for the Born Free Foundation, advising governments and conservation organisations globally. He advises Abundant Village on wildlife conservation strategy and international conservation collaboration.