Women are on the frontlines of climate change, yet they are often left out of the solutions. Across the world, they safeguard biodiversity, lead conservation efforts, and sustain communities through agriculture — despite systemic barriers.
In many regions, women produce most of the food, but they own far less land than men. They are also more likely to be affected by extreme weather, yet hold fewer leadership roles in climate decision-making. Closing these gaps isn’t just about fairness — it’s about survival.
When women are empowered, climate solutions are stronger. Indigenous women have successfully defended forests, women-led movements have halted deforestation, and female policymakers have driven ambitious environmental action. The evidence is clear: gender equality fuels climate resilience.
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