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While New York Climate Week feels like an age ago, I haven't had the chance to post about one of my key highlights - Seeing an increasing number of forums created to discuss and elevate the role of women leadership in climate action. It is something I am extremely passionate about. It was very exciting to see a platform that began as an idea in a deck a few years ago to now become a reality. The Women Climate Collective, a platform created by Fondation L'Oréal with support from Purpose Climate Lab, aims to amplify the voices of leaders driving the transition to a just and inclusive future where everyone can thrive. It is so heartwarming and inspiring to see women leaders engage with peers, leaders, decision-makers, and innovators to discuss strategies for advancing climate action in international forums like New York Climate Work.  I encourage you to read about the impactful work our leaders are doing and discover how WCC brings together diverse women to achieve common goals here: https://lnkd.in/d9AEykPm The NYT covered 35 leaders from India this time. I look forward to seeing many, many more women from around the world drive a bright future ahead! Purpose @FondationLoreal @AlexandraPalt Cannelle LACOSTE @RachelBarre Ruis Mendes Maÿlis Buonomo-Dumont Dhruv Arora Deepti Ojha Divya Gajria Ananya Sharma Gayatri Bhatia Suma Balaram Schippers Nitish Dorle Simon Goff Mandira Kalra Kalaan Mrinalini Ray Mehta Govind Mukundan Arpita B. @MichelleNyugen @leaUbaldi #WomenClimateCollective #ClimateAction #ClimateJustice #GenderJustice #WomenEmpowerment #SocialImpact #Climate #WCC

Women are key to a resilient future! Despite bearing the brunt of climate impacts, their knowledge as caregivers and resource custodians makes them powerful leaders in creating lasting solutions. Including women in climate planning sparks positive change: empowered women, healthier communities, and thriving local economies. Let's champion women's leadership for a sustainable world! #climatechange #womenempowerment #climatechangeisreal #climateaction

🌍 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🌱 The fight against climate change demands bold, decisive leadership—and women around the world are stepping up to take charge. Yet, there’s a subtle, often overlooked barrier that many face: 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽. From boardrooms to grassroots movements, women leaders are making remarkable contributions to climate action. But societal expectations, cultural norms, and even internalized doubts can lead to moments of hesitation—a second-guessing of their voices and ideas. This phenomenon of self-censorship can limit not only their personal influence but also the collective progress of the climate movement. So, how can we create spaces where women leaders feel fully empowered to speak, act, and lead? What strategies can dismantle these barriers, and what lessons can we learn from those who have broken through? In our latest blog, we dive into: 🌟 The 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 that perpetuate this issue 🌟 Practical insights on 𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 in climate action 💬 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: Whether you’re a leader, an ally, or someone passionate about building an equitable world, this blog is for you. Let’s spark a conversation about creating a climate action movement that’s inclusive, fearless, and impactful. 👉 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗴 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://lnkd.in/gJ8GsWDn 🔁 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 to inspire and empower others in your network. Together, we can break the silence and amplify the voices driving the change we all need. #ClimateAction #WomenInLeadership #Sustainability #Equity #Empowerment #BreakingBarriers #SelfCensorship #WomenCensorship

A(nother) failed COP. Now what? 👀 Look at the structural causes which are making the COP process no longer fit for purpose (some hints: Why are countries not committed to climate action still selected as host countries? Why are those most affected by the climate crisis not central at the decision-making table?...), and fix them! ❕Hold world leaders accountable, and push them to re-find the urgency, hope, and drive for change our world needs. This urgency for action should be front and center - at local, national and international level - if we want a chance at inverting the catastrophic direction we are heading towards (this year, we passed for the first time the famous 1,5 degrees threshold). ✊🏽Do your part: start from your family, community, school, or company - each of us has the power to drive change, to initiate actions that will make a difference for us and for the generations to come. Thrilled to have been able to share Deniz Torcu's and my take on #COP29 here, as part of the Women's Forum for the Economy & Society Rising Voices features: https://lnkd.in/g95yt-ZY Aïssatou Seck Sarah Mousa Anna Shvets Aurélie LEMOUZY Jessica Madrid Insaff EL HASSINI Madeleine Bernardeau Mathilde Guyot Flavio Conesa Nannette Lafond-Dufour #cop29 #climatechange #reformCOP #WFrisingtalents

Where Are the Women in Climate Leadership? 👀 A few days ago, I came across a photo from #COP29 showcasing climate leaders—and I had to squint to spot the women. It was disheartening, to say the least. Year after year, we call for increased women’s participation in climate leadership. While pledges are made, the reality often remains the same: underrepresentation. Someone commented on my post on X about the photo, saying, “We can’t blame them. Women need to step up and try harder, too.” That statement left me conflicted. Are we really not trying hard enough? Or are there deeper systemic barriers at play? This got me thinking about two key questions: 🔺Are women not interested in climate change leadership despite being disproportionately affected by the crisis? 🔻What barriers are preventing women from sitting at these decision-making tables? The truth is, and it’s no longer news that women often bear the brunt of climate impacts. Yet, when it comes to shaping the policies and solutions, our voices are too often missing. Could it be societal expectations, lack of mentorship, unequal access to education, or systemic biases in leadership selection? 📌 Until we identify these barriers, we risk continuing this cycle of underrepresentation. I’m sharing this because I believe we need to move beyond frustration and focus on solutions. How do we ensure the pledges for gender equity translate into action? I’d love to hear your thoughts 💭 Why do you think women are underrepresented in climate leadership? What practical steps can we take to close this gap? Kindly share your perspectives below 👇 #COP29 #COP29Azerbaijan #Underrepresentation #Women

We solve the climate crisis, by putting more women in charge. » In the private sector, research shows that companies with more women in senior leadership roles are more active on taking action against climate change. » The same is true with climate transparency, with emission disclosure rates higher for those companies with a higher-than-average representation of women on management boards. » Women leaders consistently show a tendency to adopt long-term strategies and favour holistic positions in response to complex issues. » Businesses with greater representation of women in leadership positions have better track records of adopting environmentally friendly practices. » A critical mass of women on a board leads not only to better climate outcomes but also to more innovation. Discuss in small groups, inclusively.

🌿 Did you know that best way to meet climate goals – and boost profits – is to put women in charge? 🌿 We've known for years that women are uniquely placed to solve the climate crisis - here are some stats from the European Investment Bank (EIB): ✅ Women's leadership is associated with increased transparency regarding environmental footprints ✅ A higher percentage of women on a corporate board is known to correlate positively with the proper disclosure of greenhouse gas emissions ✅ Women leaders are more likely to invest in renewable energy, leading to reduced greenhouse-gas emissions and improved environmental outcomes ✅ Women-owned businesses are more likely to pursue greater energy efficiency and practices such as recycling ✅ Banks run by women lend less to big polluters. .. I could go on. 👏🏻 Today, I applaud the Swiss women who so courageously have given us yet another tool in our toolbox ✨ #climatelitigation Here are a handful female climate leaders I think you should follow: Christiana Figueres Monique Barbut Pepukaye (Pep) Bardouille Ulrika Modeer Mmabatho Motsamai Elizabeth Yeampierre Archana Soreng Halla Tomasdottir Rachel Kyte Jennifer Sara Nathalie FLORES Rhiana Gunn-Wright Lubomila Jordanova Ayisha Siddiqa Kara Hartnett Hurst Marina Silva Mia Amor Mottley Jacqueline Patterson Shalini Vajjhala

Invitation time If you feel you would like to add to your voice in the Sustainability space then read through Belinda W. 10 questions and answers and let me know if you would like to feature in our upcoming campaign #womeninsustainability I'll leave the link in the comments

Empowering Women in Climate Finance I've read this paper by Climate Investment Funds for the second time and it's truly eye-opening. Women, who are disproportionately affected by climate change, bring unique perspectives and skills crucial for effective climate action. Despite their potential, women remain underrepresented in climate policy-making. The paper analyzes gaps in women's climate leadership, identifies barriers, and suggests policies to promote their leadership. It highlights the importance of inclusive policies for a sustainable future. Check out the full paper for more insights: https://lnkd.in/dKEP5dNY #ClimateFinance #WomenLeadership #Sustainability #ClimateChange #GenderEquality