Behaviour Change

ANP focuses on building relationships with communities to raise awareness on how to coexist with wildlife. This is achieved through various awareness programmes such as nature walks, interactive booths, and educational talks.

"Wild Wonders Walk" – A Nature Walk with Our Animal Neighbours

An educational walk designed to help participants connect with nature and learn about human–monkey interactions along scenic park trails.

The walk includes rest stops where ANP team members share safety tips, coexistence practices, and insights into monkey facial expressions and responsible tourist behaviour.

Outreach Programmes

Education is a key part of ANP’s mission to raise awareness about human–animal conflict and promote coexistence. Outreach activities aim to engage people of all ages and backgrounds through:

School, university, and organisation talks
Research sharing sessions
Interactive games highlighting the consequences of feeding wildlife

Awareness booth

Ideal for open-day events and carnivals, the awareness booth promotes understanding and safe interactions with urban wildlife. Visitors can enjoy fun games, interactive displays, workshops, and merchandise.
Topics include:

Safe interactions with long-tailed macaques
Understanding monkey facial expressions and behaviour cues
Open discussions on coexistence challenges and solutions

Educational Talks

Interactive sessions on the importance of human–urban wildlife coexistence and the vital role of wildlife in shared ecosystems. Talks include research data, case studies, and quizzes to reinforce learning and engagement.

“Hello, my name is Matt, And I took part in the summer placement in Malaysia. During my time I worked as a volunteer for the Animal neighbour’s project and conducted awareness activities, such as booths at the local university, and short presentations to pre-schoolers. This placement gave me an insight into the conflict between monkeys and residents and provided me with the information I had no idea about. Outside of work, Malaysia is an amazing place. With brilliant food and tourist spots. During the week not only do we take part in the awareness activities, but we can also visit local cultural sites such as the Batu caves and enjoy the amazing street food. We also had the opportunity to travel during our free time on the weekends. I would recommend this to make sure you get out of Kuala Lumpur, despite all the things you can do there! So, if anyone is interested in taking part in this placement I would 100% encourage you to do so.”

“I’ve had an amazing month volunteering for the Animal Neighbours Project. The programme has given me such a range of opportunities and experiences, from raising awareness about the long tailed macaques in the local community, to visiting famous landmarks and experiencing the Malaysian culture and food. The project coordinators at ANP have been so enthusiastic, helpful, and kind, and have made this trip an experience to remember. I’d recommend this summer programme to anyone who has an interest in animals, and wants to experience living and working in a new country.”

International Programme

Join the “Sama-sama Hidup” Human-Wildlife Conflict and Coexistence International Programme in Malaysia!

This immersive two-week programme, takes a One Health approach to addressing human-wildlife conflict in urban spaces. Through science-based learning, participants will explore the interconnectedness of environmental, animal, and human health to develop sustainable coexistence strategies.

Highlights include:

Gain hands-on experience observing the endangered long-tailed macaque in Malaysia’s urban forest ecosystems, using behavioural observation techniques and camera traps.
Engage with local communities, learning how cultural, social, and ecological factors influence conservation efforts.

Activities include ecological walks, cultural site visits, and workshops to foster collaboration between humans and wildlife. This programme is perfect for conservation enthusiasts eager to make an impact while experiencing the rich biodiversity and cultural heritage of Malaysia.