Women in Conservation to take centre stage at GCTDF 2026
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 21 -Â Women in conservation will take centre stage at the Global Conservation Tech and Drone Forum (GCTDF 2026) with the launch of the Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
✨ Key Highlights
The Global Conservation Tech and Drone Forum (GCTDF 2026) will host the inaugural Women in Conservation Forum (WiCF) on Monday, March 2, 2026, in Nairobi, highlighting the crucial role of women in conservation across Kenya and Africa.
- The forum is supported by key partners including the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and Action Labs, with funding from The Wildlife Society and Island Foundation.
- Arnolda Shiundu, Chair of the Kenya Wildlife Trust, emphasized the importance of women's leadership, stating, “Having a seat at the table and influencing decisions isn’t just a conservation issue, it’s a life issue."
- The event will include mentorship workshops, keynote sessions, professional development workshops, and networking, aiming to foster collaboration among practitioners, policymakers, and researchers.
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