The ASAP (Asian Species Action Partnership), an Amphibian Survival Alliance (ASA) partner, is excited to announce that the Network of Women (NOW) Leaders Program is now accepting applications for 2025. Deadline: 16 February 2025.

This program is designed to equip women conservationists with practical leadership skills, strategic tools, and the confidence to maximize their impact in conservation. In addition to leadership training, the program emphasizes wellbeing strategies to help participants sustain their efforts and achieve long-term success.

Participants will also become part of the NOW Collective, an alumnae network that provides mentorship, collaboration opportunities, and ongoing support to amplify their conservation work.

Eligibility Criteria

This program is for mid-level to senior women working in conservation in Southeast Asia. If you want to build your strategic influence, support your team so they thrive, and better manage your mindset, this program is for you.

To be eligible, you must:

  • Identify as a woman
  • Work for an ASAP Partner organization
  • Have 5 or more years of experience working in conservation
  • Be from Southeast Asia or have worked in the region for more than 5 years, with plans to continue working in the region
  • Have at least one direct report or manage project(s) with multiple stakeholders
  • Be able to attend the in-person leadership retreat and all program dates
  • Be open to learning about yourself and others in a group environment
  • Commit time for the online sessions and assessments
  • Complete all coursework, including three written assessments and a presentation
  • Be supported by your organization to join the program and attend the sessions (if your organization is not supporting your application, please explain in the application form)
  • Have a high level of English proficiency as the program will be delivered in English

Key Dates

The 2025 program will run from May to November and begins with an in-person retreat. The retreat is an opportunity for participants to connect, collaborate, and build lasting relationships with fellow conservation leaders.

Formerly known as the ASAP Women in Conservation Leadership Program, the newly rebranded Network of Women (NOW) continues its mission to empower women in biodiversity conservation.

Full details and how to apply can be found on the ASAP website HERE.