Jelena Marojević Galić is a biologist with 20 years of experience in protected area management planning. She works with Parks Dinarides – Network of Protected Areas of Dinarides, where she develops and manages national and regional projects aimed at strengthening the capacities of protected area managers, improving management practices and enhancing cooperation with local communities. Through her work, she seeks to connect professional knowledge, field experience and community needs in order to support the long-term conservation of natural values. She volunteers with Eco-Team as a member of its Advisory Board, supporting the organisation’s development and strategic direction.