# Salamatu Fada

Dr. Salamatu Fada is a Nigerian-British conservation scientist, educator, and climate action specialist. She has conducted research funded by the International Foundation of Science and the Nigerian Government, exploring vegetation change drivers in West and East Africa. Through her company JAVS Environmental Care Ltd., she consults on conservation and environmental management in Nigeria, the UK, and Ghana. She has collaborated with biodiversity conservationists to drive sustainable interventions for preservation of Nigerian biodiversity. In recognition of her contributions to her field, Fada was honoured with an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Bangor University

## Early life and education

Fada is from Balanga LGA in Gombe State, Nigeria. She completed her undergraduate and postgraduate studies at the University of Jos, Nigeria, ultimately earning her PhD in Conservation Biology from Bangor University in the United Kingdom. She was a Research Fellow at Centre for Evidence Based Conservation.

## Career

In the United Kingdom, Fada serves as a Councillor for Bangor City Council, and is the Vice Chair of Adult Learning Wales, where she also leads the Learner Experience Committee.
Fada is on the Advisory Committee of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) in Wales.
She is an ambassador and member of the steering committee of Climate Cymru in the UK, advocating for sustainable environmental practices and policies in Wales.
Fada is a member of the Expert Assessment Group for the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Green List, with a focus on conservation efforts in Nigeria.
She established the North Wales Africa Society, which works to promote cultural exchange and collaboration between North Wales and African communities.
Through Tallafi UK, an organization she founded and leads as chief executive officer, Fada works to promote education and sustainable development.
Fada covened the Coalition of Biodiversity Conservationists in Nigeria, bringing together experts and organizations to advocate for biodiversity conservation.
As a member of the CEEDER Review College within the Collaboration for Environmental Evidence in the UK, Fada uses scientific literature to advocate for policies which would pressing environmental challenges.

## Awards and honors

* Honorary Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) by Bangor University, UK (Ceremony in July 2023): In recognition of her outstanding achievements and substantial contributions to the field of conservation biology and services to education.
* 100 Change Makers in Wales, UK 2023: Fada was named among the "100 Change Makers in Wales" in 2023, a testament to her transformative influence on environmental and community initiatives within Wales, United Kingdom.
* North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Award, UK: 2022: Fada was the recipient of the North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Award in 2022, in recognition of her substantial efforts in promoting community well-being and safety in North Wales.
* Outstanding Leadership Award by Gwynedd Council at Black History Awards. In 2021, Fada was presented with the Outstanding Leadership Award by Gwynedd Council at the Black History Awards.