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Fulfilling
Our Mission
Our dedication to showcasing the transformative power of bamboo can only be accomplished by engaging, supporting, and promoting individuals who are leading that work across the many fields of endeavour being explored. By leveraging their collective expertise and passion, we aim to amplify the benefits of this remarkable resource and work in unison with them to drive meaningful change across numerous sectors.
Meet Our Ambassadors!
Creating Global Networks for a Better Future
Anelizabete Alves
Brazil
Architecture and Urban Planning
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Arief Rabik
Indonesia
Agroforestry and industry
Avery Chua
USA
Forest products and Engineered bamboo
Bernice Dapaah
Ghana
Community Development
Bryan McClelland
The Philippines
Product design and Community development
David Sands
USA
Engineering and housing
Delphine Abadie
France
Communications and Network Advisor
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Edouard Sherwood
France
Fiber and composites
Emme Kearns
Canada
Writer
Eufran Ferreira
Brazil
Agroforestry and industry.
Flor Morocho
Peru
Architecture
Guilherme Korte
Brazil
Agroforestry and Industry
Guillermo Mortera
Mexico
Communications and Local Development
Hans Friederich
Malta
Policy and Industry
Hector Archila
Colombia/UK
Engineering
Ivan Platas
Spain
Industrial Engineer
Jaime Espinosa
Spain
Architecture and Urban Planning
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Jean-Luc Kouyoumji
France
Materials science and Housing
Jed Long
Australia
Builder
Jennifer Snyders
Australia
Design Innovation
Katia Sei Fong
Uruguay
Community Development
Li Fang Tang
Taiwan
Community Development
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Linh Tran
Vietnam
Culture
Luis Felipe Lopez
Colombia/The Philippines
Engineering and housing
Maira Bisquett
Chile
Building
Markus Roselieb
Thailand
Architecture
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Martin Mortera
Mexico
Engineering and Architecture
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Mauricio Mora
Mexico
Agroforestry and Foods
Mei-wen Tsai
Taiwan
Public Artist
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Michel Abadie
France
Communications Design
Munir Vahanvati
Australia
Architect and Builder
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Neelam Manjunath
India
Architecture and Building
Nicole Bunga
Democratic Republic of Congo
Community Development
Nirmala Chongtham
India
Food and Nutrition
Olav Bruin
Netherlands
Architecture and Building
Pablo van der Lugt
Netherlands
Industry & environment
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Peter Van Lengen
Mexico
Bio-architecture
Rebecca Reubens
India
Product Design
Santosh Oinam
India
Nutrition and Foods
Shozo Shibata
Japan
Botany and forest ecology
Susanne Lucas
USA
Horticulture and networking
Tania Cerron
Peru
Architecture and Building
Tuan Nguyen
Vietnam
Architecture and Urban Planning
Vinc Math
Germany
Builder and consultant
Ximena Londoño
Colombia
Taxonomy, Agroforestry, and Tourism
Yiping Lou
China
Forestry and carbon
Yoshihiro Yamagishi
Japan
Product design and Craft
Role and Responsibilities of WBO Ambassadors
Advocacy and Awareness
Ambassadors actively promote bamboo’s environmental, economic, and social benefits through various platforms. This includes engaging with audiences via social media, delivering public presentations, and participating in community outreach efforts.
Support for WBO Initiatives
Ambassadors play a crucial role in organizing and participating in key WBO events, such as the World Bamboo Congress and workshops. They bring their expertise and influence to these events, ensuring their success and impact.
Networking and Collaboration
Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders in the bamboo sector is a core responsibility. Ambassadors connect with businesses, researchers, and policymakers, fostering partnerships that support WBO’s mission and objectives.
Education and Outreach
Ambassadors contribute to educational initiatives by sharing knowledge about bamboo cultivation, sustainable practices, and innovative applications. Their outreach efforts help spread awareness and promote informed practices within the bamboo community.
Nominations Now Open: Become a World Bamboo Ambassador!
Honor Your Commitment to Bamboo Sustainability
Becoming a World Bamboo Ambassador is a prestigious role recognizing exceptional dedication to advancing bamboo’s sustainability. Below are the key details for the nomination and selection process.
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Eligibility Criteria
What Makes a Strong Candidate?
Demonstrated Commitment to Bamboo Sustainability
Proven track record in promoting bamboo's environmental, economic, or social benefits.
Involvement in projects or activities supporting sustainable bamboo practices.
Professional Expertise
Expertise in bamboo-related fields.
Active participation in relevant professional or academic communities.
English proficient
Ability to Influence and Inspire
Strong communication skills with a talent for engaging and motivating others through public speaking, writing, or advocacy.
Demonstrated leadership and impact in advancing bamboo-related initiatives or innovations.
