This side event aims to connect youth and early career scientists who work or aim to work in Chondrichthyan conservation. During the event the participants will be called to identify challenges in career seeking opportunities and work environments (NGOs, institutes and academia) and suggest solutions by sharing thoughts and exchanging experiences. This event will be an opportunity to get to know other youth and early career scientists and serve as the beginning of a dialogue between Chondrichthyan conservationists and researchers who value equity, diversity, and community.