Coral Vos, a seven-year Yukoner, has been named the new executive director of the Yukon Conservation Society (YCS).

Voss brings to the YCS an interdisciplinary research background refined during her studies at UBC in Conservation Biology and Anthropology.

She further advanced her studies while completing her education at York University in Toronto, earning her Master’s in Environmental Studies and Master’s diploma in Environmental/Sustainability Education.

Her research has been focused on climate change, environmental holism, knowledge co-creation and relational bridging between knowledge systems.

Prior to coming to YCS, she was the executive director of the Arctic Institute of Community-Based Research (AICBR).

Voss brings more than 20 years of administrative experience to her role at the YCS. In addition, she is a sessional instructor at Yukon University.

She said July 31 she “believes that the Yukon is an extraordinary and unique place both in its landscapes and people.

“This new role will offer me the chance to continue a life-long learning of and keenness for the natural world,” Voss said.

“I am delighted to have the opportunity to be a part of a group of passionate people to ensure that the uniqueness of this place is entrusted to the generations to come,” she added.

“I think it is important for YCS to strive to engage with and acknowledge the voices of all Yukoners.”

“As we work towards a just recovery, we need someone who can bring communities together and implement lasting change where the voice of YCS, Indigenous and local communities, governments, and the voiceless may be heard/listened to,” said YCS president Jared Gonet.

“We believe Coral can lead YCS in this.”

Voss is working part-time on Mondays this month, and will start full-time at the YCS on Aug. 31.

She will also attend this Friday’s celebration of the 40th anniversary of the YCS Free Trail Guiding Program and summer barbecue, which is open to members, volunteers and the public by RSVP.