Structure

Working groups

The AsRSG operates through seven standing working groups: three organised around species-level conservation, and four around functional areas essential to the group's effectiveness. Each is chaired by an appointed member and reports collectively to the Leadership Team, with a designated Leadership Focal Point providing day-to-day guidance.

Species conservation

Greater One-Horned Rhino Conservation Planning

Scientific leadership and strategic coordination for the conservation of the greater one-horned rhino across its range in India and Nepal.

Co-chairs

Mr Amit Sharma
Dr Baburam Lamichhane

Leadership focal point

Naresh Subedi (Vice Chair – South Asia) & Deba Kumar Dutta (Red List Authority)

Sumatran Rhino Conservation Planning

Leading and coordinating the rescue of the Sumatran rhino from extinction, integrating field protection with managed breeding at a population level.

Co-chairs

Mr Rudi Putra
Mr Anwar Purwoto

Leadership focal point

Christy Williams (Chair) & Kurnia Khairani (Vice Chair – SE Asia)

Javan Rhino Conservation Planning

Strategic oversight and technical guidance for the Javan rhino, covering single-site population management and the establishment of a second population.

Co-chairs

Mr Ardi Andono
Dr Wanda Kuswanda

Leadership focal point

Christy Williams (Chair) & Kurnia Khairani (Vice Chair – SE Asia)

Functional

Conservation Breeding & Assisted Reproduction

Scientific and technical oversight of conservation breeding and assisted reproduction for Asian rhinos, across the full spectrum from captive facilities to managed sanctuary populations.

Co-chairs

Dr Barney Long
Dr Muhammad Agil

Leadership focal point

Bhaskar Choudhury (Deputy Chair)

Partners of AsRSG

Develops relationships and promotes collaboration between AsRSG conservation partners towards our shared mission, founded upon strong, diverse and sustainable resources and institutions.

Co-chairs