Catherine Leon, President 

An attorney in San Francisco and New York City for eighteen years, Catherine has worked in private law firms handling business litigation.  An animal lover at heart, Catherine ventured to Namibia for the ultimate wildlife experience and founded Harnas African Wildlife Rescue to help preserve that wildlife.  Catherine graduated from Occidental College in Los Angeles and Seattle University School of Law in Seattle.   (catherine@harnasusa.org)

Marcie Rash, Secretary/Treasurer

Marcie has been an environmental consultant in San Francisco for fifteen years, with a focus on geologic fieldwork.  Marcie recently graduated from Dominican University of California with an MBA in Sustainable Enterprise.  Through the MBA program, Marcie combined her passions of travel, outdoor recreation, conservation and sustainable business models.  Marcie consulted with the Shikahogh State Reserve in Armenia in developing an ecotourism business plan.  Marcie received her BS in Geosciences from the University of Arizona.

Bruce Wagman

Bruce, an attorney in San Francisco for eighteen years, specializes in animal law.  Bruce co-authored the law school text book “Animal Law,” is an Adjunct Professor at four Bay Area law schools, and is Chief Outside Litigation Counsel of the Animal Legal Defense Fund.  Bruce received his Bachelor of Science degree from Cornell University and his Juris Doctor from University of California, Hastings College of the Law.  Bruce is a partner at the law firm Schiff Hardin LLP and, most importantly, the guardian of three dogs and five cats, all rescued.

 The Van Der Merwe Family

Also on the Board of Directors are two of the family members from the Harnas Farm in Namibia.

Marieta van der Merwe

Marieta has dedicated 30 years of her life to rescuing wild animals, first taking abused animals into her home and ultimately establishing a formal refuge for African wildlife.  Marieta oversees all of the operations at the Harnas Farm.

Jo van der Merwe

Jo, the daughter-in-law of Marieta, has worked at the Harnas Farm for eight years managing the office, handling accounts and financials, and interfacing with the Harnas volunteer program.  Jo also works with corporate sponsors for Harnas, television, media, and publicity crews.  Jo and her husband Schalk epitomize a 24/7 commitment to the welfare of animals in Africa.

oPERATIONS

Harnas African Wildlife Rescue is operated solely by volunteers, ensuring that the animals in need receive the maximum benefit from each dollar donated.

Please send your tax-deductible donation to:

Harnas African Wildlife Rescue

182 Howard St., #402

San Francisco, CA 94105 

Thank you for your generosity!