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November reminded us that conservation is not always about big breakthroughs—it is often about staying present, learning together, and continuing the work even when progress feels slow.
The month opened with conversations in academic spaces, where we shared real-world conservation experiences through an online Animal Welfare lecture at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universitas Brawijaya. For us, these moments matter. They are part of ensuring that conservation knowledge does not stay on paper but travels into classrooms, discussions, and future fieldwork.
Throughout November, dialogue and collaboration continued. We exchanged ideas with Burung Indonesia on biodiversity conservation approaches relevant to Yogyakarta and took part in a focus group discussion supporting the development of Central Java’s Biodiversity Management Plan. Learning from partners who have long worked on the ground reminded us that good conservation strategies grow from shared experience, not isolated effort.
Behind the scenes, the WRC Jogja team also focused on strengthening our capacity. Through a conservation internship program, staff members joined daily animal care routines—especially turtle care—gaining hands-on experience and a deeper appreciation of the patience and consistency required in conservation facilities. We also continued coordinating with partners, including Gembira Loka Zoo, to ensure the Bajuku Turtle (Orlitia borneensis) conservation program stays connected and on track.
Not all news from November was easy. Some Bajuku eggs that had been incubated for months showed no signs of hatching, likely due to earlier temperature instability. These moments are hard, but they are part of the journey. They remind us that conservation is shaped as much by lessons learned as by successes celebrated.
We closed the month by learning how to tell our stories better—joining a webinar on storytelling for fundraising. Because conservation needs more than data and dedication; it also needs stories that carry honesty, resilience, and hope. November taught us this: conservation is about showing up, again and again. Through conversations, care, and quiet persistence, we continue moving forward—holding space for both challenges and hope, step by step.
