3rd Annual Advancing Women in Conservation (AWIC) Summit

Though well represented in volunteering, education and entry-level work in the field of conservation, you’ll find less women holding positions of authority at a level where decision making occurs. In fact, in most rooms where conservation decisions are being made, you’ll find women are the minority.

The Advancing Women in Conservation initiative aims not only to support the advancement of women into leadership roles, but to foster culture of respect for women working in these roles, seeking to empower and develop women as leaders within the conservation community.

AWIC is a chance for women from all fields conservation (NGO, government, academia, industry, etc) from all over Canada to come together to address challenges, discuss solutions, enhance leadership skills and develop a strong, nurturing community for women working in a field where the roles of women have been traditionally downplayed.

The Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation and BC Wildlife Federation are excited to announce the 3rd Advancing Women in Conservation (AWIC) Summit, taking place April 4 to 6 in Richmond.

This weekend summit will focus on highlighting women’s unique challenges and contributions to conservation, action planning and skill building while networking with women working and volunteering in the conservation and environmental sectors.

This event is open to women and men who currently work/volunteer/attend school, or plan to work/volunteer/attend school within the conservation and environmental sectors.

When: April 4-6, 2025 Where: Vancouver Airport Marriott, 7571 Westminster Highway, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, Room Rates: $259 (Booking link Advancing Women in Conservation (AWIC) Summit Apr 2025) Registration Fee: $325 includes meals, non alcoholic beverages, field trip fees and access to all presentations.

Keynote Speaker - Demiesha Dennis, Brown Giel Outdoor World

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This event is for Adult (Ages 18+) & 55+ (Ages 55 and over)

This is an accessible site.

Registration fee is $325.