Posts Tagged ‘US and Territories’
WEA’s 2024 Impact Report is Here!
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,…
Read MoreWinter Solstice Edition of the WEAvings Newsletter: A light that refuses to go out
As we enter the Fall Equinox, we celebrate a major milestone—our Co-Founders, Amira Diamond and Melinda Kramer, have been awarded the 2024 Heinz Award for the Environment, recognizing the transformative impact of WEA’s work. This newsletter highlights their leadership, our participation in Climate Week NYC, and a powerful reminder from Lena Jelenjev’s poem that our way forward lies in hope, healing, and community. Together, we continue to rise, driven by the strength of grassroots women leaders.
Read MoreUnraveling the Polycrisis: Women, Climate Change, and Geopolitical Conflict
Geopolitical conflict and climate change are among the most urgent crises of our time. Yet, the intricate ways these crises intersect—particularly along gendered lines—remains critically underexplored. by Emilia Santos Thomas, WEA Communications Intern Women disproportionately experience the impacts of both climate change and geopolitical conflict. For example, 80% of people displaced by climate change…
Read MoreRising Together: A Call to Resilience and Action
Dear Community, This morning brings a sense of uncertainty, and for many of us, it feels heavy. The last 12 hours have left countless people grappling with questions, emotions, and a genuine concern for what lies ahead. For those of us working to advance women’s leadership, address the climate crisis, and support communities on the…
Read MoreInvesting in Women’s Leadership: A Climate Imperative at NYC Climate Week
By Amira Diamond, Melinda Kramer, Kahea Pacheco, WEA Co-Directors WEA team and WEA Leaders at an event co-hosted with our partners at Project Dandelion during NYC Climate Week 2024. Last week at Climate Week in NYC, we witnessed an extraordinary surge of momentum for women’s leadership in climate. The collective reach and impact we’re achieving…
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