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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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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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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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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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I aim to transition my career towards conservation technology after gaining two years of experience in the tech industry.

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I am nature lover and now lost the tolerance to just be an admirer watching its destruction. Hence joining this crew to contribute my supportive work much lesser than a penny worth

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Biodiversity Knowledge Management Intern at the Biodiversity Consultancy Ltd

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Tanzania Take Two: Kicking off our new cohort of Women in Conservation Technology Programme 2024

WILDLABS Team and 2 more

Last week, we returned from the opening workshop of our third Women in Conservation Technology Programme, hosted by the Research and Innovation in the Serengeti Ecosystem (RISE) Institute at the Grumeti Fund. This...

17 June 2024

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NEW PUBLICATION ALERT!

Consolata Gathoni Gitau

One of the most thrilling moments for any researcher is seeing their hard work published for the world to see. As part of the Women in Conservation Technology (WiCT) Kenya Cohort One, we not only learnt about the use of...

17 June 2024

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Training Youth and Community on Data Collection as Citizen Scientists.

Ester Matingisa

I’m Ester Matingisa, conservationist with a demonstrated interest in bird ecology and I devoted a great deal of time to working on environmental and biodiversity conservation projects. I’m currently working with...

16 June 2024

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Breaking Barriers: From Women in Conservation Technology Trainee to Project Officer

irene masonda

I'm Irene Abson Masonda, a passionate conservationist dedicated to achieving human-wildlife coexistence through a technology-participatory approach. In an era where technology intertwines seamlessly with environmental...

16 June 2024

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Use of Technology to inspire Children and foster a love for nature

Angelamercy Baltazary

I’m Angelamercy Baltazary, a passionate Conservation Biologist. My research interests lie in Human Dimensions in Wildlife Conservation and Conservation Technology. I was honored to participate in the WiCT program 2023...

15 June 2024

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Securing the herd: traditional log Bomas Make way for Resilient Wire Fences

Ashura Rajabu

Traditional log bomas, used to protect livestock, are being replaced by more resilient wire fences. Wire fences offer several advantages: they are more durable, and provide better security against predators. This...

15 June 2024

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Into Conservation: participating in wildlife research at Grumeti-Ikorongo Game reserves.

Sarah Maagi

As an early career conservationist with a keen interest in utilizing GIS for monitoring wildlife species and their habitats, the WiCT program has served as a pivotal platform for my professional development.

15 June 2024

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IMPACTING NATURE CONSERVATION THROUGH YOUTH RESTORATION INITIATIVES &TECHNOLOGY

Susan Chege Reuben

Biodiversity loss and environmental degradation have stricken many ecosystems, including the tropics. Human beings have been the foremost drivers of these loss, through forest clearing, infrastructures development and...

15 June 2024

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From WICT Workshops to Glasgow: My Journey in Wildlife Conservation and Technology Integration

ELIMINATHA AMBROSS

I’m Eliminatha Ambross, an enthusiastic conservationist who recently participated in the WICT 2023 program in Tanzania. My last update detailed my experiences at the Wildlife Conservation and Information Technology (...

14 June 2024

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New WILDLABS Funding & Finance group

Frank van der Most

WildLabs will soon launch a 'Funding and Finance' group. What would be your wish list for such a group? Would you be interested in co-managing or otherwise helping out?

5 June 2024

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Meet Our Cohort & Mentors: Women in Conservation Technology Programme, Tanzania 2024

WILDLABS Team and 2 more

We are excited to announce the commencement of our third Women in Conservation Technology Programme in partnership with the Grumeti Fund and Fauna & Flora, as we bring the programme back to Tanzania. Our first in-...

30 May 2024

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Voices of Sustainability: Perspectives from - Africa Wholesome Sustainability Explained: What is E-PIE

Melanie Namukuru

In 1987, sustainability was defined by the United Nations Brundtland Commission as “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.”In 1987,...

7 May 2024

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Presentation opportunity: Text analysis for conservation (NACCB 2024)	Hi folks! Happy 2024 and thanks in advance for your patience in case I over-used tags. If you’re using any form of natural language...	AI for Conservation, Citizen Science, Climate Change, Conservation Tech Training and Education, Data management and processing tools, Early Career, East Africa Community, Emerging Tech, Ending Wildlife Trafficking Online, Ethics of Conservation Tech, Human-Wildlife Coexistence, Open Source Solutions, Software Development, Wildlife Crime, Women in Conservation Tech Programme (WiCT)	1 year 7 months ago
Enhancing Animal Welfare Through Data-Driven Insights	Hello Rob, I am hoping to have a follow-up soon on this, thanks for the boost!Chat soonNaomi	Women in Conservation Tech Programme (WiCT)	1 year 8 months ago
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)	2 years 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 5 months ago

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