Archive for February 2025

More than a month after the devastating wildfires in Southern California, their impact lingers—not only in the land but in the health and resilience of communities. Urban wildfires leave behind a toxic legacy, contaminating soil and water with heavy metals, microplastics, and harmful chemicals. These effects disproportionately burden Black and Brown neighborhoods, where systemic environmental injustices have already heightened exposure to pollution and displacement.

Black Girls, Green Futures (BGGF)—a new WEA initiative in partnership with Environmental Charter Schools and Seeds of Carver—is equipping young leaders with tools to restore their communities. Through bioremediation, hands-on apprenticeships, and leadership training, these leaders are reclaiming public green spaces, healing the soil, and advocating for long-term environmental justice.

Read more about how BGGF is driving solutions for post-fire recovery and resilience.

EXPLORE THE REPORT At a time when communities around the world are facing growing uncertainty, one thing remains clear: when women lead, solutions take root. Women’s Earth Alliance’s 2024 Impact Report tells a powerful story of resilience, leadership, and tangible solutions. Last year, WEA trained 6,812 women and girls in environmental solutions across 13 countries,…