Why Does Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Matter for Conservation?

In recognition of Pride Month and Juneteenth, Charles Sumpter and Jessica Leung join the show to talk about what WWF is doing to strengthen its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). They talk about why these issues matter to WWF’s mission (1:35), how the organization’s journey on this front has evolved in recent years (6:25), how a new internship program is building a more diverse pipeline of future conservationists (23:45), and more.

LINKS: WWF’s BRIDGE Internship Program: https://www.worldwildlife.org/pages/bridge