What is brigitte baptiste?

Brigitte Baptiste is a Colombian biologist and transgender rights activist. She is known for her work in the fields of ecology, conservation, and biodiversity. Baptiste has a PhD in zoology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is currently the director of the Alexander von Humboldt Biological Resources Research Institute in Colombia.

In addition to her scientific work, Baptiste is a prominent advocate for LGBTQ rights in Colombia and has spoken out on issues of gender equality and social justice. She has been praised for her efforts to raise awareness about the challenges faced by transgender individuals in Latin America.

Baptiste has received numerous awards for her work, including the National Environmental Pioneers Award in Colombia and the L’Oréal-UNESCO Award for Women in Science. She is a well-respected figure in the scientific community and continues to be a vocal advocate for conservation and social change.