Ambassadors
Iolo Williams
Iolo Williams is a Welsh naturalist, broadcaster, public speaker and writer who’s worked in conservation for over 30 years. He is most widely known as a popular member of the Springwatch, Autumnwatch and Winterwatch presenting team and for presenting series such as Wild Wales, Rugged Wales and Great Welsh Parks for BBC 2.
Lun Roberts, IOL Cymru Co-ordinator says:
‘When Iolo Williams spoke at our conference in October of last year he told us he was delighted to meet so many people as committed to caring for the environment and to fostering people’s connection to it as he is. We are now very pleased to announce that he has agreed to become our ambassador and to spread the word about the work we do.’
'Pan fu Iolo Williams yn annerch ein cynhadledd y llynedd, dywedodd wrthym ei fod wrth ei fodd fod cymaint wedi ymroi i ofalu am yr amgylchedd a hybu cysylltiad pobl gyda'r byd o'u cwmpas. Rydym bellach yn falch o allu cyhoeddi ei fod wedi cytuno i fod yn llysgennad ar ein rhan, a rhannu’r hyn yr ydym yn ei wneud gydag eraill'
- Website:
- www.iolowilliams.co.uk/
Matt Healey
Matt Healey stepped down as a Trustee of the IOL in late 2017 due to a move to a new role in an organisation leading the field in Outdoor Learning in Australia. Matt’s full time role is National Head of Educational Delivery for the Outdoor Education Group (OEG) and operates across the continent delivering expedition, journey and camp based outdoor learning experiences to thousands of young Australians every year. Matt is a keen supporter of the work of The Institute for Outdoor Learning and actively seeks to develop links for the Institute on an international stage. Being a conduit for good practice and a sharing of professional knowledge is a key motivation for Matt, as is supporting the development and opportunities for outdoor leaders, guides, instructors and practitioners of all types and at all levels. Matt is a Leading Practitioner of the Institute (LPIOL) and holds a MA in Outdoor Education from the University of Wales.
Phil Briggs
A former Royal Marines Commando and member of UK Special Forces, I'am director of Indo Trek expedition company and have previously served as race director for the Indo Ultra marathon event held in Indonesia and Sandbaggers Head of Safety and Expedition guide whilst working in Mongolia. I have led many expeditions and charity treks throughout the world. I draw from a wealth of experience, having operated in some of the world’s most extreme desert, arctic and jungle environments. My passion and commitment for wildlife and conservation has been recognised in receiving awards from leading organisations such as the World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF), Partnership for Action Against Wildlife Crime (PAW) and both the Scottish and UK Governments.