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EWCL 20th Anniversary Summit
Washington, D.C.
*Please note that this is an invitation-only event.
CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF IMPACT FOR WILDLIFE AND CONSERVATION LEADERS!
CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF IMPACT FOR WILDLIFE AND CONSERVATION LEADERS!
Pre-Day
Pre-Day
Optional: "Washington Fly-In" Training & Hill Visits
Day 1
Day 1
Looking at the conservation movement past and present
Day 2
Day 2
Exploring the future of the conservation movement
Join fellow EWCL alumni, Board members, and supporters as we learn, network, and grow stronger as a Community!
Join fellow EWCL alumni, Board members, and supporters as we learn, network, and grow stronger as a Community!
Every activity, session, and talk is aimed at Expanding Conservation Knowledge, Refining Leadership Skills, and Developing & Strengthening Professional Networks.
The Venues
The Venues
Florida International University in DC*
Florida International University in DC*
601 New Jersey Ave NW, Suite 103
Thursday, December 11
*For registered participants only. For information about joining, reach out to Kelly Aylward at kaylward@wcs.org.
*For registered participants only. For information about joining, reach out to Kelly Aylward at kaylward@wcs.org.
Florida International University is Miami’s Carnegie R1 public research university, the nation’s top producer of minority graduates, and a recognized leader in innovation related to environmental resilience, brain health, and defense technologies.
Florida International University is Miami’s Carnegie R1 public research university, the nation’s top producer of minority graduates, and a recognized leader in innovation related to environmental resilience, brain health, and defense technologies.
Yours Truly Hotel
Yours Truly Hotel
(recommended lodging for Summit attendees)
(recommended lodging for Summit attendees)
1143 New Hampshire Ave NW
1143 New Hampshire Ave NW
Proud winner of Best Boutique Property by the 2023 Stella Awards, this Bohemian-inspired hotel in the Georgetown-West End neighborhood of DC has a deli, a fitness center, a spacious lounge and bar area, and is also dog-friendly. This hotel is a 4 minute walk to the Marriott Georgetown where the Friday training and Saturday evening reception will happen, and a 15 minute cab/Uber ride, or 25 minute metro ride and walk, to the Smithsonian National Zoo where the Saturday training will occur.
Proud winner of Best Boutique Property by the 2023 Stella Awards, this Bohemian-inspired hotel in the Georgetown-West End neighborhood of DC has a deli, a fitness center, a spacious lounge and bar area, and is also dog-friendly. This hotel is a 4 minute walk to the Marriott Georgetown where the Friday training and Saturday evening reception will happen, and a 15 minute cab/Uber ride, or 25 minute metro ride and walk, to the Smithsonian National Zoo where the Saturday training will occur.
Contact Erik Ndayishimiye (Erik@wildnet.org) for information about our discount rate for Summit attendees.
Contact Erik Ndayishimiye (Erik@wildnet.org) for information about our discount rate for Summit attendees.
Marriott Georgetown DC Conference Room
Marriott Georgetown DC Conference Room
1221 22nd St NW
1221 22nd St NW
Friday, December 12
8:30am - 5:00pm
Location of the Day 1 EWCL Summit Event! Come for trainings, panels, and interviews about the past and present state of conservation.
Location of the Day 1 EWCL Summit Event! Come for trainings, panels, and interviews about the past and present state of conservation.
The conference room is located on the second floor of the hotel.
The conference room is located on the second floor of the hotel.
WWF Conference Center
WWF Conference Center
1250 24th St NW
Friday, December 12
5.30pm - 7:30pm
This cocktail reception will be open to invited members of the Washington DC conservation community for increased networking opportunities and building a greater movement.
This cocktail reception will be open to invited members of the Washington DC conservation community for increased networking opportunities and building a greater movement.
Home to World Wildlife Fund headquarters, the WWF building is a quadruple LEED Platinum Certified building designed and built to conserve resources, limit waste and pollution, protect the environment, and make wise use of donated funds. This is a 6 minute walk from the Marriott Georgetown DC.
Home to World Wildlife Fund headquarters, the WWF building is a quadruple LEED Platinum Certified building designed and built to conserve resources, limit waste and pollution, protect the environment, and make wise use of donated funds. This is a 6 minute walk from the Marriott Georgetown DC.
Smithsonian National Zoo, Auditorium
Smithsonian National Zoo, Auditorium
3001 Connecticut Ave, NW
3001 Connecticut Ave, NW
Saturday, December 13
8.30am - 5:30pm
What does the future of conservation look like? Join us on Day 2 to find out!
What does the future of conservation look like? Join us on Day 2 to find out!
Founded in 1889, the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute sits on 163 acres in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s Rock Creek Park and is home to more than 2,100 animals representing almost 400 different species.
Founded in 1889, the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute sits on 163 acres in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s Rock Creek Park and is home to more than 2,100 animals representing almost 400 different species.
Marriott Georgetown DC Ballroom
Marriott Georgetown DC Ballroom
1221 22nd St NW
1221 22nd St NW
Saturday, December 13
6.30- 9:30pm
EWCL Dinner Reception is for EWCL alumni and Board members, and invited guests. It will be a final opportunity to spend time with other members of the EWCL community before heading home. Attire is business casual.
EWCL Dinner Reception is for EWCL alumni and Board members, and invited guests. It will be a final opportunity to spend time with other members of the EWCL community before heading home. Attire is business casual.
The Ballroom is located on the second floor of the Marriott Georgetown hotel.
The Ballroom is located on the second floor of the Marriott Georgetown hotel.
Summit Sponsors
Summit Sponsors
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