Nick Edgar
Chair
New to the Chair, Dr. Nick, with a PhD in applied freshwater management and a distinguished academic record, leads the NZLT team. In his 16 years with the trust, including 11 as CEO, he serves as leader, lobbyist, spokesperson, strategist, and liaison to the board of trustees, all dedicated to improving New Zealand's waterways.
Andrea Mason
Vice Chair
Andrea, a Sustainability and Environment Consultant, is the Founding Chair of the Bunanyung Landscape Alliance. A long-time Landcarer with experience as a facilitator and former Chair of the Victorian Landcare Network and Leigh Catchment Group, she brings extensive expertise to her role. Based near Ballarat, Andrea lives on a small property with her husband and has worked on Global Landscapes projects in Jamaica, Fiji, Japan, Zambia, and St. Kitts and Nevis.
Darryl Ebenezer Secretary
Darryl has lived on the Sunshine Coast for over 16 years with his family, contributing extensively to the community through roles with organizations like the Maleny Community Centre and Maleny Credit Union Charitable Trust. His current position as Executive Officer of Queensland Water and Land Carers, a state-wide peak body with 395+ member groups, showcases his commitment to environmental stewardship. His career highlights a consistent focus on mobilizing community involvement in sustainable projects.
Clinton Muller
Treasurer
Previously coordinating the Africa Landcare Network and Landcare International at the World Agroforestry Centre in Nairobi, Kenya, Clinton worked with smallholder farmers, promoting collective action and institutional strengthening for improved natural resource management and livelihoods. He recently completed an International Landcare Study and served as Executive Officer for Restoring Australia.
Rob Youl
A retired forester, active in farm forestry, Landcare, and community projects since 1981, he is the Founding Chair of Australian Landcare International. A landowner in the St. Arnaud district, he has served as a mentor to numerous individuals involved in global Landcare initiatives. His extensive international experience includes projects in Africa, Jamaica, and more recently, Japan, showcasing a long and impactful career dedicated to sustainable land management.
Phil Horner
A retired systems developer and systems auditor with a strong governance background, he brings a wealth of experience to the Landcare movement. Previously serving as Treasurer for the Victorian Landcare Council and Secretary for the Ovens Landcare Network, he actively participates in the Ovens Valley Landcare network in Northeast Victoria. His past achievements include project managing the North East Regional Landcare Facilitator Initiative and overseeing riparian restoration projects along the Ovens River near Bright.
Joy Tukahirwa
Dr. Tukahirwa, a leading NRM specialist with over 30 years of experience, promotes socio-ecological resilience among small-scale farmers. A recipient of numerous awards and fellowships, she is a founder and Trustee of the Uganda Landcare Network (ULN), championing agroforestry and collaborating on initiatives like the Restore East and South Africa (ESA) Program.
Mubarak Yaqub
Dr. Taqub is the Executive Director of the Community Association for Rural Development in Pakistan and a leading facilitator of the Landcare Pakistan Program. His background includes an M.Sc./M.Phil in Soil Science and extensive experience in agricultural research, development, and community work in Pakistan and internationally. His leadership within the Landcare Pakistan Program is instrumental to its success.
Shaikh Tanveer Hossain
Mr. Hossain is a passionate advocate for sustainable agriculture, bringing over 25 years of experience in national research and international organisations to his work. His research focuses on innovative organic farming methods to improve the lives of smallholder farmers, and he has received numerous awards for his contributions. He founded Landcare Bangladesh in 2013 and serves as an ambassador for both IFOAM and ALGOA.
Simon Nyangas
Mr. Nyangas, a retired agricultural officer (1977-2014), is a founding member of Kapchorwa District Landcare Chapter (KADLACC) and a key figure in Ugandan Landcare. He has coordinated numerous projects focused on natural resource management and ecosystem-based adaptation, working with organizations including IUCN, AusAID, ICRAF, ALI, and ACIAR. He currently remains active with KADLACC and the Uganda Landcare Network (ULN).
Mieke Bourne Ochieng
Mieke, a recently relocated Engagement Process Specialist, previously coordinated Landcare International (now part of Global Landcare) at the SHARED Hub, World Agroforestry (Nairobi). She has extensive experience supporting smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa to improve land management and livelihoods, emphasizing local ownership and collective action.
Kazuki Kagohashi
Kazuki, an associate professor at Nanzan University, has been involved in Landcare since his time at the Institute for Social Ethics. He helped organise Japan's first International Conference of Landcare Studies (2017) and served as vice-chair of SPELJ, applying his expertise in environmental economics to promote Landcare's sustainable development applications.
Awadh Chemangei
Mr. Chemangei is a leading natural resources specialist with 20+ years of experience in Ugandan Landcare, particularly on Mt. Elgon. He has received numerous awards for his work strengthening farmer groups, formulating community byelaws, and promoting sustainable practices. He leads KADLACC and the Uganda Landcare Network (ULN).
Solomoni Q. Nagaunavou
Mr. Nagaunavou is a Senior Technical Assistant at Fiji's Ministry of Agriculture and the National Reporting Officer for the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) since 2012. He contributes to the UNCCD's strategic framework and has worked extensively on climate change adaptation and land use initiatives. He also serves on Fiji's National Landcare Steering Committee.
Pamela Greet
Pamela Greet is a seasoned leader in the for-purpose sector, with extensive experience in capacity building, engagement, and strategic advocacy across disaster response, rural and remote communities, and health initiatives. She works nationally and internationally, currently serving as Principal of Future Ag Queensland and as a board member of Camerata, while also actively participating in the Queensland Rural, Regional, and Remote Women's Network.
Liddy Nevile
A retired academic with a diverse background spanning law, mathematics, computer science, education, and Aboriginal rock art, Liddy has dedicated her life to accessibility and inclusivity, particularly in technology. Her current focus is on land stewardship and empowering communities through Landcare initiatives.