Artemis Club
CIC's Women's Working Group
In the face of unprecedented environmental challenges, we can no longer afford to sideline half of humanity. The Artemis Club Working Group of the International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation (CIC) is leading the charge to amplify women’s voices in conservation and sustainable hunting practices.
Born from a vision that took root in 2011 at Slovakia’s Palarikovo castle, Artemis has grown into a formidable force, challenging the status quo and reshaping the narrative around women’s roles in wildlife management and sustainable use activities.
As we grapple with what the UN Secretary General has called “humanity’s suicidal war against nature”, the radical optimism in the face of unanticipated challenges and skills that women bring to conservation are invaluable.
These huntresses are not just participating; they’re leading, innovating, and transforming the field. They’re at the forefront of explaining the crucial role of sustainable hunting in wildlife conservation to a skeptical public, demonstrating how well-organized hunting management contributes to thriving wildlife populations.
Artemis members reach audiences that have traditionally been less accessible to male hunters. They’re promoting wild game as part of a healthy, sustainable diet. They’re influencing young people and children, sowing the seeds of conservation in the next generation. Most importantly, they’re proving every day that women are indispensable in the fight to protect our planet’s biodiversity.
From its inception at the “Hunting and Nature 2011” exhibition in Bratislava to its formal establishment at the 59th CIC General Assembly in Cape Town, Artemis has been gathering momentum. International meetings of huntresses from the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, and beyond have laid the groundwork for a global network of women committed to sustainable hunting and conservation.
We’re calling on women across the globe to join us in this vital mission. Whether you’re a seasoned huntress or a conservation enthusiast, your voice, your skills, and your passion are needed.
Because when women lead in conservation, nature wins – and we all benefit.
Women and Sustainable Hunting (WaSH)
The annual Women and Sustainable Hunting (WASH) conference brings together an international audience of huntresses and cultures to exchange ideas and experiences.
From cultural trips to expert presentations, WaSH brings together a community of female hunters that shine a light on the role that women play in wildlife management.
Saint Hubertus Days, Slovakia (2022)
Artemis were an important part of the 30th anniversary of the Saint Hubertus Days festival in Svätý Anton, Slovakia.
As part of the festivities, a CIC Artemis booth was setup for visitors, which show‐ cased the CIC World Game Cookbook and hosted a youth education zone where children could learn about sustainable use and responsible hunting.
