Posts by WEA Team
What is advocacy?
ADVOCACY is at the core of what Women’s Earth Alliance does – but what exactly does that mean? To us, advocacy is storytelling with a purpose. It is solidarity with those who face injustice, and using our collective power to uplift and amplify their voices. How does WEA practice advocacy? Providing technical legal…
Read MoreSay hello to our Spring Interns: Hi Coco!
Name: Coco McCarthy Role at WEA: Programs and Operations Intern Hometown: Cupertino, CA Fun Fact: Coco is my real name, for some reason. I think it’s zesty. Why did you want to intern with WEA? I am currently a rhetoric major at UC Berkeley. While I am content in my realm of study, I would…
Read MoreWhat is ecofeminism?
When talking about the intersection of gender + the environment, you’ll often hear the term “ECOFEMINISM.” But what exactly does it mean? We love the brilliant slides @empoderclima has created that breaks down the definition. Understanding language is such a critical tool when discussing these issues. Are there any other terms we could help define…
Read MoreSay hello to our spring interns: Hi Samantha!
Name: Samantha Clevenger Role at WEA: Programs + Operations Intern Hometown: Pleasanton Fun Fact: I can’t ride a bike! Why did you want to intern with WEA? I currently go to Saint Mary’s College of California and am interested in possibly working for a nonprofit in the future. I am also passionate about the environment…
Read MoreWhat does grassroots mean?
WEA works with “grassroots” leaders. But what exactly do we mean by “grassroots,” and why is it such an important part of what we do? WEA supports grassroots efforts by: 🌱 Empowering women’s cooperatives 🌱 Supporting local, community-based water conservation efforts 🌱 Activating awareness-building campaigns around seed-saving Are there any terms you see floating…
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