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.

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

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).

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.

During COP28, WECAN hosted a series of events to amplify the diverse voices of women leaders globally. A key event was the "Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions" press conference, held on

During COP28, WECAN hosted a series of events to amplify the diverse voices of women leaders globally. A key event was the "Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions" press conference, held on December 10, 2023.

At the conference, international women leaders discussed the impacts of global climate policies and stressed the urgent need for transformative strategies. They advocated for solutions to address the climate crisis and advance a just transition, featuring prominent activists and advocates from Brazil, South Africa, USA, and Samoa.

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.

The Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, hosted virtually by the Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, 2025, featured the panel

The Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, hosted virtually by the Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, 2025, featured the panel “Grounding Principles For Climate Justice, Rights, & Democracy.” This session included Casey Camp-Horinek (Ponca Nation), Osprey Orielle Lake (WECAN), and Zukiswa White.

The Assembly united over 125 grassroots women leaders and advocates from 50 countries. Across 25 panels, participants shared diverse visions and strategies to accelerate a transformative path towards a healthy and just world. Find panel resources here, and learn more about the Assembly here.

The Northern White Rhinoceros is functionally extinct due to poaching, with only two individuals remaining. A video featuring Dr. Barbara Durrant explores whether the San Diego Zoo Safari Park's

The Northern White Rhinoceros is functionally extinct due to poaching, with only two individuals remaining. A video featuring Dr. Barbara Durrant explores whether the San Diego Zoo Safari Park's "frozen zoo" can reverse this. This unique biotech facility aims to use in vitro fertilization to implant a Northern White Rhino embryo into a closely related Southern White Rhino. If successful, this groundbreaking procedure could rescue critically endangered species and potentially resurrect extinct ones.

Originally created by Freethink, the full video is available on Big Think's YouTube channel. A transcript of the video can be read here.