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In Southeast Asia, peer-support network boosts women's well-being in conservation

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The Network of Women (NOW), launched in 2021 by the Asian Species Action Partnership, has built a peer-support and mentorship community for female conservation professionals across Southeast Asia, helping members like marine conservationist Jessa Cabaay gain confidence, leadership positions, and long-term career stability in a male-dominated sector.

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