10/10/2025
17:00 - 18:00
Nature-based Education Pavilion
Session with interpretation
Why attend
Participants will gain actionable insights on capacity-building, leadership development, and innovative approaches to tackling global conservation challenges. Attendees will leave with expanded professional networks, clear action plans for individual development, and a deeper understanding of how the next generation of conservation leaders is preparing to address pressing ecosystem management priorities.
Session Description
This session will explore how young professionals (YPs) move from learners to leaders in the conservation field. Through personal experiences, stories, and practical insights, YPs will share how education, mentorship, and hands-on opportunities have shaped their paths. The discussion will highlight the transformative role of youth in driving innovation, resilience, and meaningful conservation impact. Participants will hear lessons on capacity-building, leadership development, and how the next generation is preparing to take on global conservation challenges.Partners