Caring together in wild animal wellbeing and conservation: Cultivating human and organisational wellbeing

On this page, you can find more information on a forthcoming book by Sabrina Brando on Caring together in wild animal wellbeing and conservation: Cultivating human and organisational wellbeing.

Commissioned by Taylor and Francis for the CRC One Health One Welfare Series.

The draft outline of the eleven chapters includes:

Human wellbeing dimensions in the workplace
Creating a culture of care: Mindset & Heartset
Leadership and organisational support
Monitoring and assessments
Teamwork and collaboration
Opportunities and joys in animal wellbeing and conservation
Challenges and sorrows in animal wellbeing and conservation
Diversity, Equity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEEI)
Self-care (individual)
We-care (organisation)
INTERBEING

At the moment, the book is scheduled to be released at the end of 2026. Stay tuned!

Reviewer 1

Sabrina Brando is highly suitable to write this book due to her extensive expertise, and as a PhD candidate researching animal and human wellbeing, she brings current scientific insights to the topic. Certified in compassion fatigue, Sabrina is dedicated to mental and emotional health in animal care professions. Her passion for storytelling, frequent speaking engagements, and professional recognition underscore her ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. Sabrina's personal philosophy of fostering connections and care aligns perfectly with the book's theme, making her an ideal author for this project.

Reviewer 2

Sabrina Brando seems exceptionally well-suited to author this book on creating a culture of care within organizations dedicated to wild animal care and conservation. As the director of AnimalConcepts and the INTERBEING platform, she has demonstrated a profound commitment, and her extensive background, including her ongoing PhD research at the University of Stirling focusing on animal and human wellbeing, underscores her deep understanding of the interconnectedness of these issues.

About Sabrina Brando

Hi, I‘m Sabrina, a psychologist who loves the outdoors, laughter, journeys, and connecting with others, including other animals! How are you (but then really) & can you please tell me a story, are two of my favourite questions. Stories of call kinds can inspire, bring us joy, connection, and help us heal. Stories and ACTs can affect change. One of my favourite quotes is along the lines of ‘What you do speaks so loudly that I cannot hear what you say’ by Ralph Waldo Emerson. It connects deeply to my ideas around flourishing for all. For peoples, other animals, the greater community of life, and this beautiful planet we share. To listen, learn, share, and act from a culture of respect and care. I look forward to connecting with you.

I am currently a PhD researcher in the Psychology Department at the University of Stirling in Scotland, focusses on individual, team, leadership, and organisational aspects of human wellbeing in zoos and aquariums. My book Wild about Self-care is coming out in 2026, so stay tuned!

We all need support, training, a sense of belonging, and care. At INTERBEING AnimalConcepts we talk about Take Care to Give Care. When we care of ourselves, we can better care for each other. When we take care to give care, everyone benefits. I have a lot of training and practices in this book as well as events to share with you, so I hope to see you online and or in person sometime!

Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? - Mary Oliver

Reviewer 3

She seems highly suitable considering her level of study, interests, and passion for human-animal connection and more! It will also fit a niche in the literature; I haven’t come across many human psychology books relating to animal care, which is necessary and very interesting. I think all workplaces would benefit from more self-care approaches. And I love how compassion is such a key word and topic throughout, and the chapter on DEEI is very important, as I believe that diversity is the root of beauty. Chapter 11 on INTERBEING, I couldn’t put that better myself. Let us open our arms, hearts, and minds to a more collaborative, gentle workplace and world.

Reviewer 4

I believe the author is suitable to author this book given her extensive experience. There have been no books that have particularly explored employee wellbeing within wildlife and conservation professions. I particularly like the chapter on ‘We-Care’, which appraises the significance of community and team cohesiveness, individual and leadership wellness. Whilst analysing the nuances of trust, respect, care, and belongingness, analysts and practitioners can effectively foster the physiological and psychological wellbeing of those employed within these professions.

FAQ Section

Q: Will this book also be available as an ebook

A: Yes, both a hard copy and an ebook will be available

Q: Will this be for all audiences?

A: Yes, this book is for animal wellbeing professionals such as caregivers, veterinarians, educators, conservationists, directors, staff from people and culture (formerly known as HR), the CEO, as well as students, lecturers, researchers, and others who are interested in human wellbeing from an individual, team, leadership, and organisational perspective and approach.

Q: Will this book be practical in nature?

A: Yes! This book will combine science, compassion, and actions through a Head-Heart-Hands approach.

Q: Can I learn more about Sabrina's credentials and background?

A: Absolutely, just reach out via the contact form below, and she can send you her CV and publication list (soon also available directly on this website).

Learn more about our human wellbeing programs and support

Consultancy for optimal human wellbeing

People are the drivers and makers of change. But to do good, you must feel good.

To give good care and do good work, you must feel well first.

This means taking care and knowing how to do so.

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Purpose and values

We are committed to helping all people care for animals and for themselves

One Care

We are committed to animal and human wellbeing, for individuals and organisations

Diversity, Inclusion, & Equity

We are dedicated to creating a more diverse, equal, and inclusive world for all

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Do you have a question? A suggestion or idea you want to share? Use the contact form we will get back to you shortly! You can also email us on sbrando(@)animalconcepts.eu