FW: Invitation to Participate – Youth Month Events | June 2026
Elma Marais
Dear SAWMA members,
Find below and email and attached invite to participate in an event that aims to create a platform for young professionals as well as established professionals within the IEM space to connect.
Kind regards,
Elma Marais
Southern African Wildlife Management Association / African Journal of Wildlife Research
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Elma
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Subject: Invitation to Participate – Youth Month Events | June 2026
Good day,
I trust this email finds you well.
Kindly find attached an invitation letter to participate in our upcoming Speed Networking Event, scheduled to take place on 12 June 2026 in celebration of Youth Month.
The event aims to create a platform for young professionals and established professionals within the IEM space to connect, exchange knowledge and share valuable insights, guidance, and professional experiences.
Further to the invitation letter, please also find attached our official event poster for circulation within your networks and amongst your members.
As part of our broader Youth Month programme, we will also be hosting a Student Symposium on 23 June 2026. We would greatly value your participation and contribution to this important platform as we continue creating spaces for learning, mentorship, and meaningful engagement within the profession.
To register for the Speed Networking Event, please use the following link: https://iaiasa.glueup.com/event/speed-networking-where-expertise-meets-collaboration-182748/?pk_campaign=widget-event-list
Should you require any additional information or assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to your participation and to welcoming you to our Youth Month events.
Kind regards,
Orlinda Mafika
