Aaron Laur

International Connectivity Program, Policy & Partnerships Manager

Aaron operates the Center’s global networks, including engagement as an NGO Member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and as Secretariat of the Connectivity Conservation Specialist Group under the IUCN World Commission on Protected Areas. He brings over a decade of diverse professional experience to the Center, applying his background in U.S. and international environmental conservation to provide institutional, policy, communication, event, fundraising, and executive support.

Prior to joining the Center, Aaron served as Executive Officer for the IUCN World Commission on Environmental Law, Chief Administrative Officer of the International Council of Environmental Law, Executive Assistant at the Elizabeth Haub Foundations for Environmental Law and Policy, and Program Research Coordinator for the IUCN Environmental Law Programme.

In his free time, he enjoys running, camping, skiing, and skateboarding with his family.

Education

• M.S. in International Relations and Diplomacy, Leiden University
• B.A. in Environment and Natural Resources Management, University of Wyoming
• B.A. in German Modern Language, University of Wyoming