During Climate Week in New York City, WECAN held a virtual public event on September 26, 2024, titled “Transforming Global Economies: From Extraction to Regeneration in a Just

During Climate Week in New York City, WECAN held a virtual public event on September 26, 2024, titled “Transforming Global Economies: From Extraction to Regeneration in a Just Transition.”

Global women leaders shared insights on a Just Transition and innovative economic models, including community-led initiatives, feminist economics, Indigenous wisdom, and traditional practices of reciprocity with the Earth. This dynamic discussion highlighted a clear path to a thriving, socially just, and ecologically enriching future for all.

WECAN extends sincere thanks to all the inspiring speakers for their valuable contributions.

At COP30 in Belém, Brazil, on November 17, 2025, WECAN hosted its formal UN Side Event, "Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions." Women leaders globally presented climate justice strategies

At COP30 in Belém, Brazil, on November 17, 2025, WECAN hosted its formal UN Side Event, "Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions." Women leaders globally presented climate justice strategies and solutions for a fossil fuel phaseout and a Just Transition.

Discussions covered vital areas including forest protection, feminist climate finance, Indigenous rights, and campaigns for government accountability. Diverse speakers shared critical updates and insights on the COP30 negotiations.

For more details on WECAN’s COP30 advocacy, events, and speakers, visit our website: https://www.wecaninternational.org/cop30

American white pelicans were observed riding a river log within the Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge.

Their winter range appears to be expanding northward, a trend attributed to climate

American white pelicans were observed riding a river log within the Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge.

Their winter range appears to be expanding northward, a trend attributed to climate change.

The Prophecy of the White Buffalo has been preserved by the Magaska Ptesan Wicoti, Hinhan Wicasa Oyate for over 160 years.

Chief Phil Lane of the Four Worlds International Institute

The Prophecy of the White Buffalo has been preserved by the Magaska Ptesan Wicoti, Hinhan Wicasa Oyate for over 160 years.

Chief Phil Lane of the Four Worlds International Institute describes this ancient prophecy.

Richard White, a lifelong resident of Standing Rock, discusses his profound relationship with the land and water, expressing deep fears for their future.

This piece, published on November

Richard White, a lifelong resident of Standing Rock, discusses his profound relationship with the land and water, expressing deep fears for their future.

This piece, published on November 22, 2016, was created by KC McGinnis, Kaitlyn Mullin, and Maureen Towey.

On November 18, at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, WECAN hosted "Women on the Frontlines of Climate Action." Global women leaders, including representatives from Africa, Colombia, Brazil, and Turtle

On November 18, at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, WECAN hosted "Women on the Frontlines of Climate Action." Global women leaders, including representatives from Africa, Colombia, Brazil, and Turtle Island, shared powerful insights. They addressed ending fossil fuels, ensuring rights-based Just Transition, advocating for Indigenous Peoples' rightful place, and building a just world.

At the conference, WECAN also launched its report, "Justice-Based Climate Finance for COP30 and Beyond." This report provides in-depth analysis and strategies for governments to advance effective, rights-based climate finance. Read the full WECAN report: https://wecaninternational.org/climate-finance.

For more information on WECAN’s COP30 advocacy goals, delegation, events, and speakers, visit their website: https://tinyurl.com/COP30blog.

"Grounding Principles For Climate Justice, Rights, and Democracy" was a key panel at the Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond. Held on June 23, 2025, this session

"Grounding Principles For Climate Justice, Rights, and Democracy" was a key panel at the Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond. Held on June 23, 2025, this session featured Osprey Orielle Lake (WECAN Executive Director), Casey Camp-Horinek (Ponca Nation, WECAN Board Member), and Zukiswa White (Social Justice Consultant).

The Women's Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted the Assembly from June 23-28, 2025. It united over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, global advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. Across 25 panels, participants presented diverse visions and strategies to accelerate a transformative path toward a healthy and just world.

During COP28, WECAN amplified the voices of diverse women leaders globally. On December 10, 2023, a press conference titled "Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions" highlighted their critical

During COP28, WECAN amplified the voices of diverse women leaders globally. On December 10, 2023, a press conference titled "Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions" highlighted their critical perspectives.

At this event, international women leaders discussed the impacts of climate policies and stressed the urgent need for transformative strategies to address the climate crisis and advance a just transition. Prominent speakers included Indigenous rights activists, youth climate advocates, and environmental ambassadors, sharing vital solutions.

On November 20 at COP29, women leaders presented crucial reports and strategies to accelerate a Just Transition and global climate justice. Their efforts focused on supporting communities and

On November 20 at COP29, women leaders presented crucial reports and strategies to accelerate a Just Transition and global climate justice. Their efforts focused on supporting communities and ecosystems impacted by extractive industries and addressing human and Indigenous rights violations.

Key speakers included Colette Pichon Battle (Taproot Earth, USA), Zukiswa White (Women and Gender Constituency, South Africa), Casey Camp-Horinek (Ponca Nation Environmental Ambassador, WECAN Board Member, Turtle Island/USA), Taily Terena (Indigenous rights activist, WECAN Coordinator, Brazil), and Osprey Orielle Lake (Executive Director, WECAN, USA).