Updates On 22nd Feb 2015

MEET OUR FABULOUS FEBRUARY INTERNS!

Meet our February interns: Boon Jun from Massey University, Ralene from Murdoch University and Laura from the University of Queensland. As part of their veterinary medicine courses, they were required to complete a few weeks of extramural placement. We are pleased that they chose ACRES for their placements, and they have all made a valuable contribution to the work of the ACRES Wildlife Rescue Centre (AWRC). We wish them all the best with their studies.

Here are some of their thoughts about their time with ACRES:

Ng Boon Jun:

I volunteered at ACRES as part of my clinical placement because of my interest in wildlife. I was in awe the first time I stepped into ACRES when I saw the large number of wild animals present. The two weeks spent there passed by quickly as I helped out in cleaning and treatment, and these tasks helped me better understand the animals that I was taking care of. Other than learning husbandry and medical skills, I came to realise how little known and misunderstood local wildlife is. From the conflicts between native animals and people to illegal exotic pet trade, the stories told reflected the vast problems that are often neglected by many. There is still a lot of work yet to be done for the animals, but I believe every bit of effort counts. Also, the staff in ACRES made my time there very enjoyable. They are a very fun and approachable bunch whose shared passion for animals can be contagious, and when it comes to work they are really professional. I am especially thankful that they allowed me to do a lot of handling and hands-on stuff, and also trust me enough to assign individual tasks to me. I am glad to have been a part of ACRES volunteering programme and play my part in helping the rehabilitation of the animals. After obtaining all these valuable experiences, I hope to return to ACRES in the near future and to play a greater role in wildlife conservation and education.

Ralene Foo: As a volunteer working in the outdoor area, caring for the tortoises, I find that it is an exacting job for one person to do. Overall, I think that the volunteer work is good in terms of understanding the needs and care for tortoises. Thank you and hope all goes well to everyone at ACRES!

Laura Khoo: ACRES staff are friendly, helpful and approachable. Workload is quite challenging for one person to handle alone. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience. I’m willing to volunteer again if I have the time.

Source: https://www.facebook.com/ACRESasia/photos/a.223077136522.136..

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ACRES (Animal Concerns Research & Education Society) is a pioneering Singapore-based charity and Institution of Public Character, founded by Singaporeans in 2001 with the aim of promoting animal welfare.

ACRES has six focus areas: Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation, Wildlife Crime Investigation, Zoo Animal Welfare, Humane Education, Community Outreach and Promoting Cruelty-Free Living.

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