Professional Education Plan
Investing in Tomorrow
The NAWPEP was established in response to the 2018 NAWMP Update's call to bolster training programs for future waterfowl management professionals. NAWPEP works with universities, colleges, and NAWMP partners to establish, sustain, and enhance academic and experiential programs in waterfowl science and management, building a diverse and skilled workforce across North America. To understand the vision that drives this work, explore the Plan.
"Sustain professional capacity and excellence of future waterfowl science and management." — 2024 NAWMP Update
Roles & Responsibilities
From Classroom to Conservation
From coordinating with university partners to engaging professionals across the NAWMP community, NAWPEP's work spans both the academic and practical sides of conservation education. The goal is straightforward—prepare the next generation.
- Coordinates with university, state, federal, and nongovernmental partners to support compatible academic and professional development activities
- Engages and informs colleagues and stakeholders in conservation education and NAWMP implementation, including university faculty, professional conferences, Flyways, Joint Ventures, and NAWMP working groups
- Supports development of a diverse, skilled workforce for the future of waterfowl science and management
The 2024 Maine Waterfowl Banding Operations Team walk to check the swim in traps.
GET INVOLVED
Contact the Professional Education Plan
- Tony Roberts, US Fish and Wildlife Service, NAWMP Coordinator – anthony_roberts@fws.gov
