Series 2, Ep. 12: Emma Naylor-Ngugi, Kenya Society for the Protection and Care of Animals
17 min
Dogs under desks and a baby donkey causing havoc in the office might not be the first things that come to mind when you think about animal welfare — but they’re part of everyday life at the Kenya Society for the Protection and Care of Animals (KSPCA). In this episode, Jenny Ross speaks with Emma Naylor-Ngugi about the joys, challenges and importance of protecting animals in Kenya. The KSPCA works at the intersection of animal welfare and human wellbeing, recognising just how closely the two are connected. Emma shares the realities of working in communities where people depend on animals for their livelihoods, and the challenges of providing veterinary care where resources are limited. She discusses the organisation’s work tackling animal cruelty, illegal slaughter and animal trafficking, as well as its efforts to work alongside communities to create better outcomes for both animals and people. The conversation also explores Emma’s own journey from senior leadership in international development to animal welfare, the challenges and rewards of growing a small organisation, and what sustains her through some extraordinarily difficult work. Her story offers an inspiring reflection on finding work that feels meaningful and authentic, even when the challenges are immense. A thoughtful and uplifting conversation about compassion, community and sustainability — and why caring for animals is so often inseparable from caring for people. Find out more about the KSPCA here: https://kspca.or.ke/ Series 2 editor: Brendan O'Donnell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.