March 8, 2026
Today, we congratulate all women, but especially those who have chosen the difficult path of environmental protection in different parts of the world. We salute strong women who have dedicated their lives to cheetah conservation, and in particular Dr. Laurie Marker of the Cheetah Conservation Fund, Namibia, Dr. Rebecca Klein of the Cheetah Conservation Botswana, Mary Wykstra of Action for Cheetahs in Kenya, Cherie Schroff of the Tsavo Cheetah Project, and Brenda Kantai of the Mara Cheetah Unit. Thanks to your daily, long-term hard work and the tireless work of your colleagues with animals, local communities and stakeholders, with adults, students and children, cheetahs have a chance to face tomorrow. Your dedication and high professionalism, your resilience in overcoming challenges, and your strength of spirit inspire thousands of people around the world! May you be accompanied by success, comprehensive support and good luck in everything!
