Heppell: 'Women deserve to feel safe' Safety in wildlife conservation is a multifaceted issue that affects not just animals but also the people working behind the scenes.
For women, safety concerns can be a major barrier to their participation and success in this field. The prevalence of harassment and abuse in wildlife research is a disturbing reality.
Women face overt aggression as well as more subtle behaviors like belittling or condescending language, which can damage mental health and well being.