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Implementing the Escazu Agreement: Protecting Women Land Defenders and Nature – Panel 19 of 25

The Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, hosted by the Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, 2025, featured a panel titled “Implementing the Escazu Agreement: Protecting Women Land Defenders and the Defense of Nature in Latin America & the Caribbean.” This session, held on June 27th, included distinguished panelists such as Patricia Madrigal Cordero, Ruth Spencer, Fany Kuiru Castro, and Patricia Gualinga.

The virtual Assembly brought together over 125 grassroots women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. Across 25 panels, participants shared diverse strategies for a healthy and just world, with interpretation in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.

Resources from the panel and Assembly are available here. Learn more about the Assembly here.

Indigenous Women From Brazil on the Path to COP30 – Panel 22 of 25

The panel "Indigenous Women From Brazil on the Path to COP30" was held on June 28, 2025, as part of the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond. Hosted by the Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, this session featured prominent Indigenous women leaders from Brazil, including Secretary Puyr Tembé, Federal Deputy Célia Xakriabá, Jozileia Kaingang, and Watatakalu Yawalapiti, many affiliated with ANMIGA.

This virtual Assembly united over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders from 50 countries, showcasing diverse strategies to accelerate a just and healthy world. Resources from the panel and Assembly are available here. Learn more about the event here.

What's Ahead: Collective Action for Climate Justice: Part 1 – Panel 24 of 25

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 “What’s Ahead: Collective Action for Climate Justice: Part 1” on June 28th. Panelists included Colette Pichon-Battle (Taproot Earth), Thilmeeza Hussain (UN Regional Commissions), and Galina Angarova (SIRGE Coalition). Resources from this panel and the entire Assembly are available here.

This Assembly united over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, global advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. Across 25 panels, participants showcased diverse visions, projects, and strategies to accelerate a transformative path to a healthy and just world. Interpretation was provided in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Learn more about the Assembly here.

What's Ahead: Collective Action for Climate Justice: Part 2 – Panel 25 of 25

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, convened over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. Across 25 panels, participants shared diverse visions and strategies for a just and healthy world.

A key panel, "What’s Ahead: Collective Action for Climate Justice: Part 2," held on June 28th, featured Jacqueline Patterson, Shirley Krenak, Natalia Greene, and Casey Camp-Horinek.

Explore Assembly resources here, including videos like "Women Ending the Era of Fossil Fuels" here and "Indigenous Knowledge is a Climate Solution" here. Learn more here.

Rights of Nature as a Systemic Solution: Protecting & Defending the Places We Live – Panel 21 of 2

The Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This virtual forum united over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. Across 25 panels, participants showcased diverse visions and strategies to accelerate a bold path toward a healthy and just world.

A key session, “Rights of Nature as a Systemic Solution: Protecting and Defending the Places We Live,” held on June 27th, featured prominent leaders. Resources from this panel and the entire Assembly are available here. Learn more about the Assembly here.

Breakthrough Journalism: Strategies For Covering the Climate Crisis – Panel 23 of 25

The panel “Breakthrough Journalism: Strategies For Covering the Climate Crisis” took place on June 28, 2025. Moderated by Antonia Juhasz, it featured leading journalists and activists including Amy Westervelt, Catalina Ruiz-Navarro, Elizabeth Kahurani, Rahma Diaa, and Amy Goodman. This session was part of the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice.

Organized by the Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN), the virtual Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond ran from June 23-28, 2025. It united over 125 grassroots women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries.

Across 25 panels, participants shared diverse visions and strategies for a healthy and just world. Resources from the panel and Assembly are available here. Learn more about the Assembly here.

EG Masterclass: Resource Management: The Power of Human Resources

Our RCC and youth leader, Rejoice, will guide us through the technicalities of human resource management.

She will explain why understanding this process is crucial for young people aiming to drive impactful change within their communities.

Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond - DAY 2

The Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International is organizing the virtual Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond. This free public forum, held June 23-28, 2025 (1:00-6:00pm ET daily), will address critical solutions for human rights and nature protection amidst a growing polycrisis.

The Assembly unites diverse grassroots women leaders, advocates, and policymakers. Over 125 speakers from 50 countries will present on 25 panels across six days, showcasing visions and strategies for a healthy, just world. Interpretation is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French.

To access interpretation and full engagement, register via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/CJ-2025. Learn more about the schedule and speakers: https://www.wecaninternational.org/womens-assembly.

Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond - DAY 1

The Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International is organizing the virtual Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond. This free, public forum, held June 23-28, 2025 (1-6 PM ET daily), will unite grassroots women leaders, advocates, and policymakers. It aims to showcase diverse solutions and strategies for human rights and nature protection, fostering a just and healthy world amidst global challenges.

Featuring over 125 speakers from 50 countries across 25 panels, the Assembly offers interpretation in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French. Register for full engagement and interpretation via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/CJ-2025. Learn more about the schedule and speakers: https://www.wecaninternational.org/womens-assembly.

Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond - DAY 6

The Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International presents the virtual Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond. This free public forum will take place from June 23-28, 2025, daily from 1:00 - 6:00 PM ET, addressing solutions for human rights and nature protection.

The Assembly will unite grassroots women leaders, global advocates, and policymakers to accelerate a transformative path to a healthy and just world amidst the growing polycrisis. It features over 125 speakers from 50 countries across 25 panels, with interpretation available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French.

Register for full engagement and interpretation via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/CJ-2025. Learn more about the schedule and speakers: https://www.wecaninternational.org/womens-assembly.

Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond - DAY 5

The Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International presents the virtual Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond. This free, public forum, held June 23-28, 2025 (1-6 PM ET daily), will unite grassroots leaders, advocates, and policymakers. It aims to showcase diverse solutions and strategies for human rights and nature protection, accelerating a just and healthy world amidst growing global challenges.

Featuring over 125 speakers from 50 countries across 25 panels, the Assembly offers interpretation in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French. Register for full engagement and interpretation via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/CJ-2025. Learn more about the schedule and speakers: https://www.wecaninternational.org/womens-assembly.

Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond - DAY 4

The Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International presents the virtual Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond. This free public forum, held June 23-28, 2025 (1:00 - 6:00 PM ET daily), will unite grassroots leaders, advocates, and policymakers. It aims to accelerate solutions for human rights and nature protection amidst the growing polycrisis, fostering a just and healthy world.

Featuring over 125 speakers from 50 countries across 25 panels, the Assembly offers interpretation in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French. To access full engagement and interpretation, please register on Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/CJ-2025. Learn more about the schedule and speakers here: https://www.wecaninternational.org/womens-assembly.

Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond - DAY 3

The Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) International presents the virtual Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, from June 23-28, 2025 (1:00-6:00pm ET daily). This free public forum will unite grassroots leaders, advocates, and policymakers to address solutions for human rights and nature, accelerating a just and healthy world.

Featuring over 125 speakers from 50 countries across 25 panels, the Assembly offers interpretation in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French. Register for full engagement and interpretation via Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/CJ-2025. Learn more about the schedule and speakers: https://www.wecaninternational.org/womens-assembly.

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JOIN US! Global Women's Assembly For Climate Justice, June 23-28, 2025

As the climate crisis escalates, WECAN invites you to the virtual Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, from June 23–28.

This critical global gathering unites grassroots women leaders, advocates, and policymakers. It will showcase diverse visions, projects, and strategies to accelerate a bold path towards a healthy and just world, addressing the growing polycrisis.

Register and join us here: https://tinyurl.com/CJ-2025. Learn more about the Assembly: https://www.wecaninternational.org/womens-assembly.

Earth Guardians in conversation w/ EarthSayers

Kellie Berns, EG's International Programs Director, recently joined Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers for a discussion.

Their conversation explored the history of Earth Guardians and strategies for fostering a healthier, more sustainable planet for future generations.

UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues 2025: Protecting Land, Rights, and Future Generations

On Earth Day, during the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues in New York, WECAN hosted "Protecting Land, Rights, and Future Generations: Indigenous Women on the Frontlines of Climate Action and Earth Defense." This event brought together Indigenous women leaders globally to share firsthand experiences of colonization and climate disruption, while highlighting powerful solutions.

They showcased strategies upholding Indigenous rights and sovereignty, bringing health and justice to communities. The event also honored women land defenders protecting ecosystems, often at great personal risk. Panelists discussed democracy, reciprocal economies, rights of nature, and Indigenous rights as vital ways forward for the world.

EG MasterClass: How to talk to a Politician

Join the EG Masterclass to learn effective strategies for engaging with political leaders.

EG Leader and RCC Rena Kawasaki will guide participants on how to maintain contact and communicate effectively to achieve community objectives.

EG MasterClass: The ins and out of COP, & How to attend a COP

Join EG Leader and RCC Anne Muthoni in this EG Masterclass as she explores the COP and broader United Nations System.

Anne will share her valuable experience, guiding young people on how to effectively attend and make the most of COP settings.

EG MasterClass: Building Community for Activism

In this EG Masterclass, EG leader and RCC Emmy Adams will guide us through the essence of community building.

She will specifically address how young people increasingly leverage activism to foster change within their communities.

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How to Live on Earth | Feature Documentary | Presented by Benedict Cumberbatch

What if the solutions to building a better future already exist? How to Live on Earth is an ambitious documentary that explores how humanity can create a thriving future by collaborating with nature. Presented by Benedict Cumberbatch, the film reveals the potential of teaming up with nature to address our greatest challenges.

Heartwarming and energizing, it offers a hopeful vision for a future where both nature and humanity can thrive. How to Live on Earth is produced by Open Planet Studios in association with Villars Institute Foundation and Silvania. Join the conversation by downloading film assets and sharing your reaction at howtoliveonearth.net/social-toolkit. Explore educational resources from the Villars Institute at YouTube.

 

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How to Live on Earth | Feature Documentary | Presented by Benedict Cumberbatch