Cara Parrett
Youth and Schools Programme Officer and Researcher
Growing up in South Africa Cara fell in love with the ocean and all of the world’s wild places and animals. As a Christian, she loves exploring the world she believes God made, and sharing her experiences with others to help start conversations about God, science and their interactions.
Cara studied marine biology and oceanography at the University of Cape Town. She has been lucky enough to travel to different countries, learning about difference cultures, challenges, environments and how we can help protect wildlife and wild areas. After working with barn owls, sea turtles, seabirds and coral reefs, Cara is more excited than ever to inspire conversations about conserving our planet, and how Christian faith motivates us to do this.
Have you ever met someone famous?
Yes, unforgettable experiences shaking hands with Nelson Mandela and David Attenborough – though not at the same time!
What’s the weirdest job you’ve had?
At University I had a part-time job as a singing waitress. I also volunteered on a small uninhabited island, protecting gannet chicks by running around chasing pelicans away with a stick!