Kathia Gonzalez and Rocio Ronquillo
Recorded
January 25, 2023
Archived
January 25, 2023
33:43 minutes
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Id:
mby022405
Description
Friends and colleagues Kathia Gonzalez (28) and Rocio Ronquillo (30) reflect on their experiences as Latinas in the conservation world and discuss the importance of representation and urban conservation.Subject Log / Time Code
K and R describe their work and share childhood memories of time spent outdoors.
K and R speak about their journeys to conservation work, the ways their Latina identities and backgrounds have impacted their experiences, and the lessons they have learned in the process.
R reflects on the lack of representation for Latinas in the conservation world and the challenges women, and Latinas in particular, face in their industry.
K describes what conservation looks like in urban settings and why it matters. R and K discuss the impact of their work at Frontera Land Alliance.
R and K share advice for others who want to get involved in conservation and make a difference in their community. They also express their appreciation for each other.
Participants
- Kathia Gonzalez
- Rocio Ronquillo