The ornithologist will help people from all backgrounds connect with nature.
British-Bangladeshi ornithologist, author and campaigner Dr Mya-Rose Craig has been unveiled as a new Ambassador for the RSPCA.
Dr Mya-Rose, who heads up the charity Black2Nature, will help people from all walks of life connect with nature and understand how they can change animals’ lives for the better.
She was unveiled as ambassador during a social event in Bristol, where a team of children from Black2Nature came together for a litter pick to improve the local environment.
Dr Mya-Rose said: “I couldn't be more excited to be working with the RSPCA. There's so much to do to protect and preserve our beautiful country's amazing wildlife.
“As an ambassador, I hope to use my platform to encourage more people to get involved and discover the often simple, yet impactful, ways we can all help animals and nature in our own communities.”
Dr Mya-Rose founded Black2Nature when she was just 13 years old to better the mental and physical health of Visible Minority Ethnic Children.
At present, ethnic minorities are reported to have 11 times less access to green spaces than others in society. Through her role as Ambassador, Dr Mya-Rose aims to encourage people from all backgrounds to understand more about wildlife, nature and how they can get involved.
The RSPCA’s head of VIP engagement Sara Howlett, added: “Everyone at the RSPCA is absolutely over the moon to welcome Dr Mya-Rose on board as an Ambassador.
“Her story is so inspiring - not only her own work to protect birds, wildlife and nature; but how she is inspiring others to experience nature and learn about our natural world.
“She joins a great team of VIP ambassadors - including Shirley Ballas, Pete Wicks, Kate Lawler and Matt Johnson. They all give up so much time, and are dedicated to creating a better world for every animal. They truly are animal welfare royalty.
“We can’t wait to work even more closely with Mya-Rose to keep inspiring children and young people from all backgrounds to access nature, reap the benefits, and do their bit to make this a kinder and more compassionate nation for every kind of animal.”
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