OUR TEAM

Country Director - Vietnam

Dr. Govinda Lienart

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Govinda's fascination for the animal world inspired him to pursue a Master in Zoology (Ghent University, Belgium), a Master in Nature Conservation (ECOSUR, Mexico) and a Ph.D. in Marine and Tropical Biology (James Cook University, Australia). His passion for science and nature conservation brought him to a variety of places, including underwater with coral reef fish as well as in the forest with primates. He has developed over the recent years a real love for Vietnam's astonishing wildlife as well as a commitment in building a community that would help safeguarding the last remaining wildlife in the country and on our planet. This aspiration eventually materialized in the form of Three Monkeys Wildlife Conservancy.
Scientific Officer

Giang Van Tran

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Giang proudly earned his master's degree in Renewable Energy from Maejo University in Chiang Mai, Thailand, in 2020. However, it was in 2021 that his journey took a significant turn. For almost two years, he courageously counteracted the perilous world of wildlife trafficking networks across five central provinces in Vietnam, a known hotspot for such illicit activities. Giang now aspires to further contribute to wildlife conservation in his native area, Ninh Binh province, where Three Monkeys Wildlife Conservancy is at the forefront of protecting the area's unique biodiversity.
Communication Strategies [Board Director]

Marilyn Lienart

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Marilyn provides our organization with valuable input on a variety of essential communication strategies. Marilyn did a Master in Communication at IHECS and after her studies headed to India to work as a long-term volunteer for an NGO which has as mission to promote the prevention of HIV. She is currently the executive director of the NGO Gratte, which aims at providing better living conditions for handicapped youth. She decided to join Three Monkeys Wildlife Conservancy as she wishes to support an environmental cause, which is a core value in her daily life.
Interpreter

Phuong Nguyen

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Tomorrow the sun rises again without you. Our lives go on, but nothing is the same, we have to hide our heartache, when someone speaks your name. Sad are the hearts that love you, silent are the tears that fall, living here without you, is the hardest part of all. You did so many things for us, your heart is so kind and true, we could always count on you. However hard it is though, we will take comfort in the thoughts of all the memories we have and the happiness you brought. The special moments together will not return, but with the love in our hearts, you walk with us forever.
Program Director

Tilo Nadler

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Tilo plays an invaluable role in our organization given his extensive work experience in the field of scientific research and his pioneering conservation work in Southeast Asia. He is the founder and former director of the Endangered Primate Rescue Center (EPRC) in Vietnam and is the founder-editor of the Vietnamese Journal of Primatology. Besides leading release projects in the wild of primates rehabilitated at the EPRC, he is currently also co-managing Van Long Nature Reserve. This astonishing reserve in Vietnam is the last refuge for one of the world’s 25 most endangered primate species, the Delacours langurs.
Executive Assistant

My Nguyen

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My’s adulthood started with a bachelor in linguistics, majoring in English (ULIS - VNU, Hanoi, Vietnam). Then one day, conservation came into My’s life as serendipity when coming across an invitation to follow a Captive Animal Welfare course of WildAct. The course inspired My to enroll in the Primate Conservation course organized by Frankfurt Zoology Society and be involved in volunteer programs for IUCN and WildAct. My’s love for nature and conservation has gradually grown, eventually further yearning to contribute to wildlife conservation. My’s wish to support conservation has become a reality by now working as an Executive Assistant for Three Monkeys Wildlife Conservancy.
Designer

Gazelle Marine

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Environmental Education [Co-founder]

Thuy Nguyen

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Office Manager

Hien Nguyen

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Hien has tirelessly devoted her life to protecting the natural wonders of Vietnam for over 30 years.. Together with Tilo, she laid the foundation of the Endangered Primate Rescue Center and played a key role in the in-situ conservation of critically endangered primate species, including the Delacour's langur in Van Long Nature Reserve. She also served as the former director of the Bear Sanctuary in Ninh Binh for Four Paws and currently holds the position of office manager at Three Monkeys Wildlife Conservancy, overseeing a wide range of administrative duties. In addition, Hien serves as a key point of contact with governmental authorities, ensuring necessary agreements are in place to support our conservation projects. Her expertise and unwavering dedication are essential in advancing our conservation mission. Hien's inspiring journey is a testament to her love for wildlife and nature, and we are proud to have her on board with us.
Accountant

Chi Nguyen

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Nguyen Phuong Chi is a highly skilled financial expert with over 15 years of experience in the field. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from Hanoi University of Business and Technology and a Master’s degree in Accounting from Vietnam University of Commerce. Throughout her career, she has held various positions, including working for the Belgium Technical Corporation in Vietnam. With a deep passion for nature conservation, Chi has joined our team to utilize her accounting expertise to support our NGO’s mission and vision. Her addition to our team has helped us further strengthen our multi-skilled workforce and achieve greater success in our conservation efforts.
Treasurer [Board Director]

Django Lienart

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DJANGO has played a crucial role in the initial set up of Three Monkeys as a formal non-profit organization and has since then actively been supporting our organization on a variety of aspects, especially related to its management, administration, and finances. He is a civil engineer and works as director of Willemen Project Finance. In parallel, he also co-founded an increasingly successful start-up called Balloon Inc. which provides end-to-end software, data analysis, and machine learning projects.
Inter-Organizational Relations [Board Director]

Catherine Morel

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Catherine supports us by facilitating in the near future cooperation between our research projects and the VUB university. Catherine has a Master degree in Zoology (Ghent University, Belgium) and has worked for a variety of organizations including the UN (CITES and AEWA). She currently works at a university (VUB, Brussels, Belgium) where she is in charge of reaching out to the public on science and environmental protection, as well as to create a bridge between university and NGOs.