Kim is a graduate of Zoology (BSc) and Wildlife and Conservation Management (MSc) from University College Dublin (UCD), and has worked in the management of sea turtle conservation projects in Greece since 2012. She has worked on both NGO projects and EU Life projects. She has gained extensive experience in field monitoring, volunteer management and public awareness activities while working at two of the biggest nesting sites for Loggerhead turtles in the Mediterranean. Kim is passionate about environmental education believing that informing and engaging people is the strongest tool we have to achieve conservation goals. She joined SRI as Community Engagement Manager in March 2019 and quickly made herself a vital asset to our long term team.

Hayleigh has a strong background in animal sciences, having completed a Bachelor of Science from the National University Ireland Galway with a focus on Zoology in her final year. Keen to take on the challenges of the dynamic world of animal rehabilitation, she joined SRI in November 2019 as an Animal Care and Education Intern. Hayleigh was quickly recognized for her amazing work ethic, so it wasn’t long before she was invited to extend her stay with a promotion to Senior Animal Care Manager. Hayleigh is known to be incredibly efficient and effective at completing daily tasks, earning her the nickname “The Machine”. She is highly organized and is always coming up with new ways of improving our centre and animal hospital. Hayleigh is a great leader and mentor to all of our Animal Care Staff and Interns, and is an integral part of our team!

Natalie has a BSc in zoology from University College Dublin, where she was lucky enough to travel to places such as Costa Rica and Kenya to carry out fieldwork. This influenced her love and appreciation of wildlife across the globe. These experiences inspired her to continue her education by completing an MSc in Global Wildlife Health and Conservation at the University of Bristol. She started as an Animal Care and Conservation Intern here at SRI in October of 2021. Her infectious enthusiasm and fantastic work ethic lead to her progressing to the role of Assistant Animal Care Manager. She also took on the roles of Giftshop Assistant and Sustainability Coordinator and has already become a valued member of the team.

Fin received a BSc in Zoology from the University College Cork and a Masters in Wildlife Documentary Production from the University of Salford. After her studies Fin travelled and taught English to students in Thailand. Before returning to Ireland, she decided to detour and spend time in Namibia volunteering at a wildlife sanctuary. She has come home to pursue her career in Animal Conservation and has made huge strides with SRI, taking on a lot of responsibility within our Management Team.

Tiffany studied Marine Science at National University of Ireland, Galway where her passion and knowledge for the environment developed. She grew up beside the ocean, swimming and surfing so it was a natural progression to get involved with marine conservation. During university she trained as a diver and saw firsthand the issues facing plants and animals in Irish waters.  Over the years she spent time in South Africa working with terrestrial animals with field research on elephants, and worked in wild animal care with rhinos, large cats and more. She also worked in the marine research studying sharks and whales on tourist boats, cared for penguins and was  part of several community projects helping to educate the public on the environment! Tiffany joined SRI in September 2019 as an Animal Care and Conservation intern, before taking on the role of Community Engagement Assistant, and Assistant Animal Care Manager! Tiffany is a well-rounded, team player who has become a great asset to the SRI team!