Description: (Belgian-Born Conservationist and Anthropologist and the Director of the Virunga National Park)
Emmanuel de Merode is a renowned conservationist and anthropologist recognized for his unwavering commitment to safeguarding wildlife and habitats in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. As the director of Virunga National Park since 2008, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership in overseeing and preserving the park's diverse ecosystems. De Merode is deeply engaged in conservation projects, sustainable development programs, and campaigns to safeguard endangered species in a highly demanding and vital conservation region of Africa.