Host, Billie Groom chats with Leif about the on-going efforts of his organization in Sumatra to save the rain forest, provide resources and skills to the native communities, and establish a sanctuary for critically endangered orangutans, the “persons of the forest.”

The Orangutan Project was established in 1998 by founder and world-renowned orangutan expert, Leif Cocks, as a result of his almost 30 year career working with orangutans. Leif is a passionate campaigner for orangutans and has been the leader of The Orangutan Project since its inception.

Leif’s years in the field have earned him respect within the conservation field. He has been a key player in developing conservation plans for orangutans and influencing positive change for orangutan protection and survival. This includes the first ever successful reintroduction of the zoo ...