Yolarnie Amepou

Turtle conservationist and community leader

Yolarnie Amepou is a renowned conservationist and community leader from Papua New Guinea. She has spent over a decade working to protect the Kikori River and its inhabitants, including her beloved pig-nosed turtle. Amepou is known for her tireless efforts to promote sustainable livelihoods and environmental conservation in her community. She has received numerous awards for her work, including the prestigious WWF Con...