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Welcome to the home of the Women in Conservation Technology Programme (WiCT)! This is a space for the women and mentors involved in the programme to keep in touch, share updates and resources, and problem solve together! Drop into our group to say hello and keep in touch with the programme and participants.

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Susana W. Kihia

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A marine environmentalist with diverse experience in collaborating on multidisciplinary & community-centred marine research focused on: fisheries management, blue carbon strategies, seagrass ecosystems, & ocean literacy.

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Wismer Cherono

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Senior Research Scientist and conservationist with a key interest in the conservation of birds through research.

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The Women in Conservation Technology Programme (WiCT) supports early career women conservation technologists around the world. Launched in 2022, we've collaborated with Fauna & Flora International (FFI), Ol Pejeta Conservancy (OPC), Arm, and the Grumeti Fund to foster, empower and develop women conservation technologists and leaders in Kenya and Tanzania to advance and strengthen conservation impact. The programme supports women who are recognized as key conservation stewards to grow their skills, knowledge, and networks to then apply them in their own work and eventually mentor others in both their host institutions and in future cohorts to come.

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Senior Research Scientist and conservationist with a key interest in the conservation of birds through research.

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@Gathoni
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PhD Candidate at Nottingham Trent University, UK. Ecologist with a passion for wildlife conservation and conservation technology with foundational training in BSc and MSc Rangeland Management (Ecology option). Current project: Use of acoustics to monitor ecosystem restoration.

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University of Canterbury & University of Pretoria

Marine predator ecologist using biologging, remote sensing to understand species movements and the effects on populations. Mainly working in the Southern Ocean and Antarctic currently.

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Greenhood Nepal

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Conservation Communicator | Technology for Wildlife Foundation (TfW)

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Conservation tech enthusiast

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@christine
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A wildlife biologist currently engaging in counter wildlife trafficking through tracking wildlife crime cases in Kenya - Tsavo. An elephant lover, passionate about empowering people and a tech enthusiast!

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@mimi_rezoana
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I am Arefine from Bangladesh. I am a graduate student. I am a snake educator and young herpetologist. I founded Kundali Foundation for snake related work.

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@Angelamercy

Conservation Biologist; Research interest Human Dimensions on Wildlife Conservation and Conservation Tech

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@kseemae

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Experience utilizing technology to inspire, educate, and create solutions to some of our biggest challenges. Currently, head of the National Geographic Society Exploration Technology Lab, overseeing the development and deployment of research and storytelling technologies.

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Careers

Program Manager: Integrating movement and camera trap data with international conservation policy

Lacey Hughey

The Smithsonian National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute is seeking a Program Manager to help coordinate multiple organizations in an effort to integrate movement data & camera trap data with global...

22 April 2024

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Starting a Conservation Technology Career with Vainess Laizer

Esther Githinji

Watch our interview with pioneering young Tanzanian vulture researcher Vainess Laizer! Her research investigating the breeding success of white-backed vultures in the western corridor of the Serengeti ecosystem using...

16 April 2024

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Celebrating #IWD2024 in Collaboration with SHE Changes Climate, Shortlist Futures & Women in Renewable Energy

Sherril Phyllis and 3 more

On 27th March, our Women in Conservation Technology Programme Kenya Alumni and East Africa Community participated in a vibrant #IWD2024 gathering in Nairobi in collaboration with other women-focused organisations...

9 April 2024

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Apply Now: Women in Conservation Technology Programme, Tanzania 2024

WILDLABS Team and 2 more

Are you an emerging Tanzanian conservationist looking to leverage new technologies in your conservation practice and become part of an empowering network of female conservation leaders? Apply now for our Women in...

25 March 2024

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Empowering women, protecting nature: Insights from WiCT 2023

Meredith Palmer

As we launch the search for our third Women in Conservation Technology cohort, let’s take a moment to reflect on the highlights of our 2023 journey and shine a spotlight on the incredible women of our inaugural...

22 March 2024

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A PHD POSITION AT NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY

Consolata Gathoni Gitau

Do you know anyone interested in this position? Let them know by sharing widely.

27 February 2024

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Adeeper look into the future of sustainable human-wildlife co-existence

Janet

My deepest passion in conservation is in seeing communities at the centre of projects that serve their livelihood interests and needs. My journey as I pursue my MSc in Conservation Biology at the University of Kent is...

22 January 2024

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Spotlight on the Towering Marvels: Exploring the population dynamics of Reticulated Giraffes in Mugie Conservancy.

Ann Wambui

The Reticulated giraffe ( Giraffa reticulata ), recognized as a distinct giraffe species in recent studies, has encountered significant declines in population over the past few decades. Although recent data suggests a...

2 January 2024

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Data dissemination to boost community-based conservation.

Sherril Phyllis

Disseminating research data is essential for building a collaborative and informed approach to community conservation, ensuring that interventions are locally initiated, well-directed, sustainable, and inclusive.

1 January 2024

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Understanding wildlife crimes in the Tsavo ecosystem...

Christine Mwaniki

Wildlife crimes continue to impede law enforcement efforts in many African countries despite efforts by governments and stakeholders. The Tsavo ecosystem, located in Kenya experiences its fair share of these activities...

31 December 2023

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WICT2022: Bridging Gaps, Shaping Women in Global Conservation.

Zipporah Nyokabi Mureithi

As I sit down and reflect on my journey, I cannot help but express my hearty gratitude to the organizers of WICT Programme 2022.

31 December 2023

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Foraging behavior of the Vulnerable Somali Ostrich in Northern Kenya

Eunice Kamau

The Somali ostrich (Struthio molybdophanes) also known as the blue-necked ostrich, is a large, flightless and non-migratory bird native to the Horn of Africa (Ethiopia, Somalia, Djibouti and Kenya). It was previously...

22 December 2023

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As an East African woman in the field of Conservation Technology, what resources have been the most useful for you?	Conservation Training Programs:Tropical Biology AssociationTraining conservation leaders and giving them the skills and support they need to be effective on the ground. TBA...		East Africa Community, Women in Conservation Tech Programme (WiCT)	1 year 9 months ago
Thinking out loud	These are great materials to refer to. I just have to wrap my amateur brain around the technological words but I should be fine. Thank you Harold.		Conservation Dogs, Women in Conservation Tech Programme (WiCT)	2 years 2 months ago

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