Call for Mentors in Conservation: Empower the Next Generation of Women Leaders with Wildlife Conservation Action @Wildlife Conservation Action

Overview

Wildlife Conservation Action (WCA) is seeking established women in conservation to serve as mentors for the next generation of female leaders in the sector. This initiative aims to address the underrepresentation of women in leadership roles by connecting experienced professionals with early-career individuals.

Key Responsibilities

• Share professional experiences, lessons learned, and leadership insights.
• Support early-career women navigating conservation pathways.
• Strengthen networks and solidarity among women in conservation.
• Help create spaces where women can lead confidently and authentically.

Requirements

Mid- to late-career women professionals in conservation, with a willingness to:

• Share professional experiences, lessons learned, and leadership insights.
• Support early-career women navigating conservation pathways.
• Strengthen networks and solidarity among women in conservation.
• Help create spaces where women can lead confidently and authentically.

Mentors may come from diverse backgrounds including wildlife conservation, environmental management, research, community-based conservation, policy, education, or advocacy.

Benefits

By participating, mentors contribute to:

• Retaining talented women in the conservation sector.
• Building confidence and leadership capacity among emerging professionals.
• Transferring valuable knowledge and experience.
• Challenging gender imbalances in conservation leadership.

Location

Global

How to Apply

Interested women are invited to apply through the official online form, sharing their background, experience, and motivation.

Apply here: Mentor Application Form

For more information about WCA, visit their website.