June Marie Mow

June Marie Mow is a Colombian biologist and consultant for the colombo-German company GITEC, known for her expertise in environmental governance and sustainable development. She has played a pivotal role in establishing the governance structure for the newly declared biosphere reserve, Madre de las Aguas, in the Dominican Republic. Previously, she contributed to the management of the Jaragua-Bahoruco-Enriquillo biosphere reserve and is recognized for her commitment to involving local communities in conservation efforts. In the recent news, Mow highlighted the challenges of engaging over 100,000 residents living in the reserve's core areas while promoting sustainable practices and environmental stewardship.