Lena Quénard, founder of Association Moey and Lucky Kali, the 60-year old working elephant she rescued through her nonprofit. © Image: Lena Quénard
Disclaimer: In accordance with strict conservation guidelines, the general public is not allowed to touch, ride, or physically interact with Lucky Kali. As a safety precaution, only Lena or the mahouts can come close but guests can walk with her and see her enjoy her new life in freedom from a respectful distance.
You’ll love this month’s interview! This is a story of courage, determination and inner strength. This is Lena’s story and the birth of her organization, Association Moey, a grassroots nonprofit making significant changes in the way tourists interact with elephants. Her humane approach is gaining momentum!
Now in Nepal, Lena Quénard tells us how her passion is creating a safe space for a very special elephant who is lucky to live free from chains and work.
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This photo was taken during one my photoshoots at the Bhaktapur District in Nepal.
There are definitely challenges and opportunities when you live overseas or faraway from your hometown. In my personal journey I had to learn to choose a positive pair of glasses to really look beyond the things I didn't like. And to be honest, it is a constant practice, one that I forget often times.
Are you considering moving abroad or starting anew at a different country or city? Is your work or personal journey taking you somewhere far? If you're changing homes, whether it is for the first time or the fifth, you will find helpful honest answers in this post.
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