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● About Us

Our story

Since 2022, Lenuk-Tasi has been conducting morning patrols, during which we've discovered three remarkable species of sea turtles: the Olive Ridley (Lepidochelys olivacea), the Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas), and the critically endangered Hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata).

A total of 9,250 sea turtle hatchlings has been successfully released, including Olive Ridley hatchlings (5,250), Hawksbill hatchlings (3,910), and Green Turtle hatchlings (90) and the hatchlings will continue to increase in the future.

We have also proudly hosted over 70 hatchling release events, welcoming approximately 5,000 guests, including both international and local visitors; and delivered 87 educational talks at schools and on-site, actively promoting marine conservation and raising awareness in surrounding communities and villages.

Our Mission

1.
Protection & conservation

We protect and conserve aquatic animals, especially sea turtles, and marine biodiversity.

2.
Environmental education

We run programs aimed at raising awareness of marine biodiversity.

3.
Advocacy

We advocate for the defence and strengthening of environmental protection policies.

4.
Research development

We develop study and research centre on marine biodiversity.

5.
Promotion

We promote sustainable coastal tourism that respects and values the marine environment.

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Meet the Team

Our team is a close-knit crew of marine scientists and educators who bring both expertise and heart to Lenuk-Tasi—shaping programs, guiding, and making each encounter unforgettable.

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Jinu Braz

executive director
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Ivo Barreto

Programs Manager & Media
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FINANCE OFFICER

Eguel Brito

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Jacinta Pinto

ECOTOURISM OFFICER
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Ficky Sobral

TECHNICAL OFFICER
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Querico Pereira

Graphic Designer & Media
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Lelio Alves

GIS COORDINATOR
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Abrão Magno

TECHNICAL OFFICER
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education officer

Cedelizio dos Santos

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Rivaldo Campos

technicAL officer
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Cosme Rodrigues

TECHNICAL OFFICER
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Chico Oliveira

ECOTOURISM OFFICER
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EDUCATION OFFICER

Ivens Xavier