Ashley Oelsen is an Environmentalist from Santa Monica, California, United States. Ashley’s goal is to understand the connection between ecological significance and environmental health which allows us to think critically about methods for protecting natural resources and ensuring sustainable, long-term solutions for our community. Ashley Oelsen has participated in philanthropic educational and environmental advocacy throughout her life, yet her recent experiences radically altered how she views the world and its potential for education and change. Additionally, she has a much richer understanding of the exploitation of not only the land and animals of Africa but also of the people and the limited educational opportunities for children in the developing world.