Maria Llerena

I’m a passionate conservationist born in Peru and raised in the U.S., with a background in natural resources and a focus in conservation biology from the University of Arizona. My journey has taken me from serving as a Peace Corps Education Volunteer in Cambodia to engaging youth with the Wildlife Conservation Society in New York. I’m now proud to support inclusive, mission-driven volunteerism as the Volunteer Services Coordinator at The Florida Aquarium. I’m driven by a love for marine wildlife, community, and creating meaningful connections through education and service.