This summer, Adumu Safaris welcomed 6 interns onto our Social Impact, Business Development, and Sales & Marketing teams. With broad experience and interdisciplinary academic expertise, our interns have been key collaborators on Adumu’s projects. Meet them below!
Rachel Copp, London School of Economics, MSc International Social and Public Policy ‘20
Management and Business Development Intern
What interested you in joining Adumu’s mission to reimagine safari tourism?
I’m passionate about social entrepreneurship, innovative economic development, and wildlife conservation. Further, I have research experience on the topic of responsible tourism.
Have you ever been on a safari?
Not yet!
What is your favorite animal of the “Big Five”?
Leopard
Dane Drewry, UC Davis, Economics ‘21
Sales and Marketing Intern
What interested you in joining Adumu’s mission to reimagine safari tourism?
Developing professional skills while also contributing to the restoration of land rights and culture to the indigenous peoples of East Africa.
Have you ever been on a safari?
No, but it is on the bucket list!
What is your favorite animal of the “Big Five”?
Leopard
Jessie Green, McGill University, Environment and Development ‘19
Social Impact Intern
What interested you in joining Adumu’s mission to reimagine safari tourism?
The issue that Adumu addresses occurs at the intersection of all my interests: environment, indigenous rights, conservation, and social justice.
Have you ever been on a safari?
Nope, but hopefully soon!
What is your favorite animal of the “Big Five”?
Elephant
Nabi Kibunguchy, UC Davis, Managerial Economics ‘20
Sales and Marketing Intern
What interested you in joining Adumu’s mission to reimagine safari tourism?
The ability to positively impact the lives of the local people of East Africa through social impact work as well as eco-friendly tourism!
Have you ever been on a safari?
I have been on 3 safaris in Kenya!
What is your favorite animal of the “Big Five”?
Lion
Unoma Ononye, UC Davis, International Agricultural Development ‘20
Social Impact Intern
What interested you in joining Adumu’s mission to reimagine safari tourism?
To learn and develop skills that are related to working in international development
Have you ever been on a safari?
Not yet, but soon.
What is your favorite animal of the “Big Five”?
Elephant
Tex Wambui, UC Davis, Economics ‘20
Fundraising Strategy/ Sales and Marketing Intern
What interested you in joining Adumu’s mission to reimagine safari tourism?
The opportunity to perspectives and information that allows for economic development in Africa, especially East Africa. Additionally, I believe that I can be of great help in ensuring the world understands and knows the rich culture, land and people of East Africa, especially the Maasai.
Have you ever been on a safari?
I have never been on an official safari.
What is your favorite animal of the “Big Five”?
Elephant