Gender inequality and climate justice are interconnected. The impacts of climate change are different for women and men. Women and girls bear the brunt of the effects of climate change and other adverse environmental impacts because they depend more on natural resources. Women are often the ones growing the food, caring for the livestock, and collecting water and firewood – all of which are impacted by the natural environment.

By 2050, climate change Source: UN WOMEN may push up to 158 million more women and girls into poverty.

While women and girls are the most adversely affected, they are also well-suited to find solutions to prevent further degradation and adapt to the changing climate. When women become climate justice advocates and participate in decision-making at national and community levels, they help devise effective climate change solutions that build stronger communities.

How Together Women Rise Supports Women as
Climate Justice Advocates

Together Women Rise works to preserve local resources and ensure they are sustainable, while also having long-term, positive effects on the environment. We fund projects that build food and water security, sustainable agricultural systems, and address deforestation.

Health in Harmony

Creating opportunities for women to lead conservation and health activities in Borneo that reduce deforestation and benefit their broader communities.

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Community Cloud Forest Conservation

Ending poverty and environmental degradation in Guatemala through education, leadership, and empowerment of young Q-eqchi’ Maya women.

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African People & Wildlife

Empowering Maasai women to protect their natural resources through environmentally-friendly small business development.

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