Conservationist and TED Fellow Moreangels Mbizah studied the famous Cecil the lion until he was shot by a trophy hunter in 2015. She wonders how things could've gone differently, asking: "What if the community that lived next to Cecil was involved in protecting him?" In a quick talk, Mbizah shares the state of conservation in her home of Zimbabwe -- and why she thinks that communities living with wildlife are the ones best positioned to help them.

Moreangels Mbizah: How community-led conservation can save wildlife

How community-led conservation can save wildlife

Engaging with wildlife from a young age cultivates a community's drive to protect its natural heritage, ensuring conservation success.

Inclusion of local communities and indigenous knowledge in conservation efforts is crucial for sustainable coexistence with wildlife.

Engaging local communities in wildlife conservation could transform their coexistence with nature and boost biodiversity.