Statement Regarding the Sexual Harassment Allegations Levelled Against Dr. Shailendra Singh
March 19, 2023 - Turtle Survival Alliance’s Chair of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee, Heather Barrett, released the following statement regarding the sexual harassment allegations that have been levelled against Dr. Shailendra Singh.
“We have been following the recent social media posts and have received direct contact from one individual alleging inappropriate behavior by Dr. Singh. We take this very seriously. We understand that there is a current investigation in India, compliant with Indian laws, and we await the results and will be prepared to take appropriate action....
December Nesting Commencement
It’s the onset of breeding and nesting season for several Critically Endangered species we direct conservation efforts toward. From the Orinoquía region of Colombia, South America, to coastal Sumatra, Indonesia, in Southeast Asia, large riverine and estuarine species of turtle are gathering in groups, known as aggregates, to breed...
Turtle Survival Alliance promotes equal opportunities for all. We do not condone any form of discrimination, harassment, or objectification based on gender, race, age, nationality, ethnicity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation. For more information see our Code of Ethics and our Whistleblower Policy. You can see the TSA Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion by clicking HERE. This statement is endorsed by TFTSG.