Women in Forestry
Proudly sponsored by PEFC UK Ltd
PEFC UK Ltd are proud sponsors of the RFS Women in Forestry Network.
As part of our Early Career Foresters Network we are excited to host our next Women in Forestry event at Shining Cliff Hostel. The hostel is situated in Shining Cliff woods, an ancient woodland and designated Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Our intention is to bring people together for a day of networking and mentoring with others within the early stages of their forestry career.
It is a chance to meet others who are taking a similar career path to you, share your achievements, hopes and aspirations. Find a compassionate space to ask questions, overcome barriers and build supportive new connections.
This event welcomes all who feel that they would benefit from space to explore their identity as a forester along with others who are a minority but rapidly growing group in our sector.
We hope that by coming together you can find ways to improve things for yourselves and those that will follow in your footsteps.
Our Time Together
Wednesday 3rd September: The gathering begins at 4pm on Wednesday afternoon where we will take time to get to know each other and set the tone of our time together. Should you not be able to join us on Wednesday evening then you are welcome to just come for the day on Thursday.
Thursday 4th September: We will start at 9am and enjoy an inspirational talk before taking time to wander around the beautiful woods and then we will gather around to experience a women’s sharing circle.
During the sharing circle you are welcome to voice your challenges, frustrations, and triumphs of working in the industry. You will be encouraged to consider what could be improved in the industry and imagine all the ways we can help bring that to life.
Accommodation
Please contact Kate from Shining Cliff to book your room.
Ticket Booking
We are offering two types of ticket for this event:
Concession Tickets:
These are available for those that hold RFS student membership.
If you’re struggling to pay full price for a ticket then please contact us.
Standard Tickets:
These are available for those further on in their career and able to afford £25 for a ticket.
Use the button below to book, and feel free to contact us with any questions.
Becky Wilkinson
Learning and Outreach Manager
Becky is part of the senior leadership team at the RFS and Becky has a particular interest in supporting and uplifting the next generation of foresters.
As a qualified coach and experienced training facilitator she is passionate about creating non-hierarchical spaces for people to learn, share and grow. One area Becky is keen to engage with during her role is ensuring that all people, regardless of background, have the opportunities to succeed within the industry.
Alison Dinnie
Forestry Careers Advisor
Alison is relatively new to the RFS but she brings with her a huge passion for supporting women to unlock their unique gifts.
Alison is also a qualified coach and women's circle facilitator, she believes strongly in the transformation that can occur when people are able to share their stories in a judgement free space and realise they are not alone.
