This article by Robyn James of The Nature Conservancy discusses gender bias in conservation work both in communities where conservation work occurs and in organizations that work in these communities. Most women know this and many of us are working to become better allies for other women. That's not enough tho. Things won't change until men also realize that if their true aim is to have successful conservation in the places we love, women's voices must be heard and more women must lead in these spaces. I love the quote by Maya Angelou, "When you know better, do better", we must all do better to make conservation more inclusive.
Breaking the bias: how to deliver gender equity in conservation
Sexist stereotyping abounds in conservation science, says Robyn James. Here’s how to change it.
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Carolyn J Henri
(She/Her)
Senior Consultant, Empowering Climate Solutions
Hello! I have worked in natural resource management and environmental education for several years. In 2022 I moved from Washington State to southern Belize and joined Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE) to complete a number of capacity buidling projects and an impact assessment of TIDE's high school scholarship program (big impact!). Along the way, I assisted with grant writing for both organizational sustainability and scientific research grants. I completed the contract with TIDE and am now working as a consultant for Empowering Climate Solutions, based in southern Belize. As a natural resources professional I think every day about the impacts of climate change on everything (!) and as an educator, my goal is always to empower others to take command of their future. I love diving and baby turtles, and when I'm not working I enjoy walks with our dog, yoga, and cooking. Check out my bio on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-henri-9099006/
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Thanks for sharing, Carolyn!