As the WCS Mesoamerica team, together with partner organizations, we are fortunate to collaborate with committed women who contribute to the care of nature from many different fields.
In a society where women have historically faced barriers to fully participating in science, decision-making, and the management of territories, International Women’s Day invites us to reflect on these realities and on the importance of continuing to build more just and equitable spaces.
Grenny Sulema Prado Cruz, cocao producer from the Moskitia region, Honduras
The world is different today. Amid ongoing challenges, women continue to pave the way. This can be seen, for example, in the leadership of programs and projects, with women such as Gabriela, Nicole, Natalia, and Ximena, as well as in the scientific work of specialists like Anna. It is also reflected in the field, with women like Bianca, Ely, and Miriam; fire management brigadiers and specialists like Yahaira; biologists generating key knowledge for ecosystem management such as Sofía, Ana Cecilia, and Yamira; and nursery and restoration staff like Débora and Felisa. They are joined by cacao producers such as Iris and Grenny.
This effort is also supported by professionals in project management, such as Sofía and Andrea; those leading essential areas like finance —Rosario, Melissa, Marla, and Yenni— and human resources, like Monique; as well as communicators who amplify these stories, such as Dez and Claudia. And the list continues to grow (and we haven’t mentioned everyone!).