Ilham better known as Nanda stands at the forefront of one of the world’s most urgent conservation battles, protecting the critically endangered Sumatran rhino. As the Sumatran Rhino Rescue Manager at Forum Konservasi Leuser, he leads bold, strategic efforts in the heart of the Leuser Ecosystem, one of Earth’s most threatened rainforests. With unwavering dedication, Nanda oversees protection, monitoring, and rescue operations, blending field vigilance with innovative conservation strategies. Through the Career Program, he is determined to strengthen his leadership, master conservation technology and data analysis, and deepen his expertise in rhino rescue, all to drive lasting impact and help secure a future for this elusive species.
Career Program: 2025
Species of interest: Sumatran Rhino
Country of Origin: Indonesia