Women leaders are developing critical strategies for national and international divestment from fossil fuels and deforestation. They advocate for a Just Transition, demanding accountability from

Women leaders are developing critical strategies for national and international divestment from fossil fuels and deforestation. They advocate for a Just Transition, demanding accountability from financial sectors and governments to prioritize people and the planet.

During a WECAN press conference at COP27, speakers shared vital reports and strategies to end the fossil fuel era, support impacted communities, and address Indigenous rights. Featured speakers included Eriel Tchekwie Deranger (Indigenous Climate Action), Tzeporah Berman (Fossil Fuel Non Proliferation Treaty), Leila Salazar-López (Amazon Watch), and Osprey Orielle Lake (Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN)).

"How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis" was a fundraiser for Sogorea Te' Land Trust and launched Osprey Orielle Lake's book, "The Story is in Our Bones." The event

"How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis" was a fundraiser for Sogorea Te' Land Trust and launched Osprey Orielle Lake's book, "The Story is in Our Bones." The event gathered movement leaders to address humanity's critical choice point: transforming dominant worldviews, which fuel social and ecological crises, into a paradigm of respect, restoration, and justice for an equitable world.

Speakers shared powerful stories demonstrating a possible world, urging solidarity and action. All book proceeds supported Sogorea Te' Land Trust, an Indigenous women-led organization returning land to Indigenous people. Learn more: Book: ospreyoriellelake.earth, Land Trust: sogoreate-landtrust.org, WECAN: wecaninternational.org.

On November 18, WECAN hosted a COP29 press conference where women leaders advocated for a fossil fuel phaseout and a Just Transition. Speakers emphasized the importance of climate finance for

On November 18, WECAN hosted a COP29 press conference where women leaders advocated for a fossil fuel phaseout and a Just Transition. Speakers emphasized the importance of climate finance for equitable solutions and accountability, also highlighting efforts for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty.

The panel featured Eriel Tchekwie Deranger (Indigenous Climate Action), Dr. Amiera Sawas (Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty), and Osprey Orielle Lake (WECAN).

Watch and share the WECAN Press Conference from COP26 in Glasgow, titled "Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions on the Frontlines of Climate Change." This vital discussion highlights the

Watch and share the WECAN Press Conference from COP26 in Glasgow, titled "Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions on the Frontlines of Climate Change." This vital discussion highlights the critical role of women in addressing climate change.

The conference featured powerful voices from global climate justice leaders. Speakers included Sostine Namanya (Gender & Food Security Officer, NAPE, Uganda), Sonia Guajajara (Executive Coordinator, APIB, Brazilian Amazon), Casey Camp-Horinek (Environmental Ambassador and WECAN Board Member, USA), and Osprey Orielle Lake (Executive Director, WECAN International, USA).

During the UN Climate Ambition Summit on September 20, WECAN hosted an event where women leaders called on governments to halt fossil fuel extraction. They urged investment in a Just Transition,

During the UN Climate Ambition Summit on September 20, WECAN hosted an event where women leaders called on governments to halt fossil fuel extraction. They urged investment in a Just Transition, grounded in climate justice, care economies, and Indigenous rights, rather than business as usual.

The event featured two panels. The first, "Women Ending the Era of Fossil Fuels," discussed transitioning away from extraction and policy advocacy. The second, "Women-led Climate Solutions Are Central to a Just Transition and Thriving Future," showcased successful community-led climate solutions.

A COP26 press conference on November 9, 2021, focused on "Accelerating a Feminist Green New Deal."

The event featured speakers including Santra Denis from the Miami Workers Center, Frances

A COP26 press conference on November 9, 2021, focused on "Accelerating a Feminist Green New Deal."

The event featured speakers including Santra Denis from the Miami Workers Center, Frances Roberts-Gregory (Feminist Activist, Academic, and Scholar), Jacqui Patterson of The Chisholm Legacy Project, and Mara Dolan from WEDO. Osprey Orielle Lake and Katherine Quaid represented WECAN.

These experts shared insights on advancing a feminist approach to climate action and social justice.

WECAN concluded its Climate Week advocacy with "How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis." Movement leaders and change-makers, including Casey Camp Horinek, Helena Gualinga,

WECAN concluded its Climate Week advocacy with "How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis." Movement leaders and change-makers, including Casey Camp Horinek, Helena Gualinga, and Jacqui Patterson, shared stories and worldviews demonstrating a healthy, equitable world is possible.

Osprey Orielle Lake, WECAN's Executive Director, also previewed her forthcoming book, "The Story is in Our Bones: How Worldviews and Climate Justice Can Remake a World in Crisis," set for release in January 2024. Learn more about the book here.

WECAN Executive Director Osprey Orielle Lake addressed world governments at the UN ahead of COP26, declaring a refusal to sacrifice future generations for corporate greed and political power. She

WECAN Executive Director Osprey Orielle Lake addressed world governments at the UN ahead of COP26, declaring a refusal to sacrifice future generations for corporate greed and political power. She urged leaders to fight for social, racial, economic justice, and Indigenous and human rights, emphasizing that communities need climate justice now.

Lake demanded an end to "sacrifice people" and "sacrifice zones," challenging governments to confront the fossil fuel industry and deliver the promised $100 billion for a just transition. Highlighting that current commitments fall short of the 1.5°C target, she presented a "Call to Action" from the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice, outlining existing frameworks.

Read the Call to Action Statement here and the Framework Recommendations here.

On November 5, WECAN Executive Director Osprey Orielle Lake addressed the GLOBE COP26 Legislators Summit at the Scottish Parliament. She urged global leaders to reject false solutions, advocating

On November 5, WECAN Executive Director Osprey Orielle Lake addressed the GLOBE COP26 Legislators Summit at the Scottish Parliament. She urged global leaders to reject false solutions, advocating for climate justice, Indigenous rights, keeping fossil fuels in the ground, and greater inclusion of women and frontline communities in decision-making.

Lake highlighted that current country commitments fall short of the Paris Agreement's 1.5-degree target. She presented a "Call to Action" from the Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice, outlining how existing frameworks can achieve this goal. This call represents millions of women and feminists worldwide.

Read the Call to Action Statement and Framework Recommendations.

During WECAN's Climate Week events, Thilmeeza Hussain, Permanent Representative to the UN and Ambassador from the Maldives, spoke with WECAN Executive Director Osprey Orielle Lake. Their

During WECAN's Climate Week events, Thilmeeza Hussain, Permanent Representative to the UN and Ambassador from the Maldives, spoke with WECAN Executive Director Osprey Orielle Lake. Their discussion focused on climate justice policies, women's leadership, and accelerating just, resilient, community-led solutions.

This event was part of the Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) three-day Climate Justice Forum. Titled "Facing the Climate Emergency on the Road to COP27: Solutions and Perspectives from Global Women and Gender Diverse Leaders," the forum took place September 20-22.