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Young and Fearless: The Powerful Voices of Young Women Environmental Rights Defenders at COP28
Bordered by the radiant tapestry of Indonesia’s diverse ecosystem, lies the heart of a resilient group named SERUNI, a national democratic women’s organization. In the words of Nasywa, a 16 year old dedicated member of SERUNI Youth, “We organize women from all sectors, from workers to peasant women, indigenous women, urban poor women, student women,Continue reading “Young and Fearless: The Powerful Voices of Young Women Environmental Rights Defenders at COP28”
Harnessing People Power to End the Fossil Era: A Conversation with 350.org
In the run-up to COP28, as global leaders gather to discuss the future of our climate, grassroots movements and climate justice organizations play a critical role in shaping the conversation and ensuring that the voice of the people is not overshadowed by political rhetoric. One such organization is 350.org, a global movement focused on endingContinue reading “Harnessing People Power to End the Fossil Era: A Conversation with 350.org”
We Are Hiring: Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PME&L) Officer
The Central American Women’s Fund (FCAM) is looking for professional —with an emphasis on women, trans and non-binary people— for the position of Global Alliance for Green and Gender Action (GAGGA) Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PME&L) Officer. FCAM promotes inclusion and diversity, inside and outside the institution, which is why under the principles of equalityContinue reading “We Are Hiring: Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (PME&L) Officer”
Women on the Frontlines of Extractivism: How Funders Can Support Women Environmental Defenders
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new report, “Women on the Frontlines of Extractivism: How funders can support women environmental defenders.” This report draws upon and synthesizes independent research conducted by the Global Alliance for Green and Gender Action (GAGGA), Global Greengrants Fund, and SAGE Fund, structures dedicated to supporting women onContinue reading “Women on the Frontlines of Extractivism: How Funders Can Support Women Environmental Defenders”
Women within the Context of Agricultural Extractivism: Voices of Women Land Defenders in Central America
How does agricultural extractivism affect ecosystems, communities, and women specifically? What are women defenders and their communities doing to guarantee that life is sustainable and stop the destruction of their territories? These are some of the guiding questions behind the collaborative report “Women within Contexts of Agricultural Extractivism: Voices of Women Land Defenders in CentralContinue reading “Women within the Context of Agricultural Extractivism: Voices of Women Land Defenders in Central America”
Welcoming Mar Carvajal Echeverry As GAGGA’s Linking & Learning Co-Coordinator!
(Lau) Mar (she/they) is a gender non-conforming feminist, passionate about the protection of human rights, the environment, and common goods, living in Cota, Colombia with their two kittens. As an anthropologist and specialist in feminist studies from the National University of Colombia, she has supported several community-based organizations working at the intersection of women’s andContinue reading “Welcoming Mar Carvajal Echeverry As GAGGA’s Linking & Learning Co-Coordinator!”
