Why Wandering Wave Exists: My Journey Toward Conservation Education

Me at the Marine Science Center

I’ve always loved animals. But my passion for conservation specifically began at

the Marine Science Center in Ponce Inlet, Florida. As a child, whenever my family visited Florida, we’d stop to see the sea turtles. Watching the work they do—the care they give to each animal, and learning how human-driven circumstances bring animals to their doors—was always inspiring.

As a kid, I dreamed of becoming a marine biologist. But I quickly realized that biology and chemistry weren’t my strongest subjects. That detour led me to social work, focusing on ecological justice, and eventually to earning a certificate in Human-Animal-Environment Interactions. Through this path, I found a way to combine my love of animals, my desire to help people, and my passion for conservation.

When most people hear “social work,”

they think of traditional social services like counseling or helping families in crisis. But social work is so much more than that. Social workers can address systemic issues and help drive social change—exactly what I want to do through conservation education. By connecting people, communities, and the environment, social work provides me with the tools to make a real difference on a larger scale.

Over the years, I noticed something: there are plenty of conservation education resources and events aimed at kids, but very few for adults 18+. I want this website and blog to fill that gap. My goal is to make learning about conservation approachable, fun, and engaging, no matter your background.

Even if it sometimes feels like you can’t make a difference, there is always something you can do. Whether it’s learning a little more about how humans, animals, and the environment are connected, taking small steps in your own life, or sharing knowledge with others, every action matters.

This is why I created Wandering Wave: to provide a space where anyone can explore conservation education, find resources, and feel empowered to take action. I hope you’ll join me on this journey. Together, we can discover how connected our world really is and how much impact we can have.

This is just the beginning of our journey. If you’d like to keep learning more about how humans, animals, and the environment are all connected and be the first to know when a new blog drops, subscribe to my newsletter. Together, we can explore, discover, and take small steps that make a big difference.