Jens Benöhr

Cosmic Networker - Ríos to Rivers Chile

Jens is a Chilean anthropologist and kayaker dedicated to environmental education and science communication. His interest lies in ecology, especially in the interactions between human populations and bodies of water. His passion for rivers goes back to his early age, when he often walked along the shore of the great Biobío river, in front of his house. Jens has spent the last three years working in various environmental groups, including the collective Bestias del Sur Salvaje, a group of athletes who seek to link outdoor sports with socio-environmental activism. In addition, he participates actively in the Chilean Red por los Ríos Libres, in the environmental education team. Currently, Jens is starting a master's degree in Ecology and Evolution at the University of Munich, Germany.