New England Women in Energy and the Environment (NEWIEE)’s Post

Today we celebrate the achievements and contributions of all women, and in particular the women who have made and continue to make an indelible mark on our cleantech and climate future. In Victoria, women's voices are heard all across our sector from parliament to parklands. Women are leading policy reform, researching new technologies, founding companies, fighting for the environment, and working for a more sustainable world for future generations. We also recognise that women are underrepresented in our sector, and are disproportionatly impacted by the affects of climate change globally. This year's IWD theme is 'Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress.' Investing in women means breaking down barriers to equity and access, showcasing women's successes, promoting strong role models, providing meaningful opportunities, supporting career ambitions, respecting family choices, REALLY listening and ACTUALLY hearing, and recognising the crucial roles that women have in our lives. We've come a long way, but there's still a long way to go.

💧This World Water Day, we must empower women to transform communities. Explore the pivotal role of women in solving the water crisis through collective action. Read how clean water is creating resilient economies & inclusive societies. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gMVGwkrW

♀ On #InternationalWomensDay, we want to reflect on the importance of equal participation in protecting our planet. Women play a key role in the fight against the climate and environmental crisis, providing unique perspectives, leadership and innovative solutions. Last year we published an article in which we explore how women are transforming the environmental landscape, from local communities to the global arena. We also analyze the challenges women face in this arena, from lack of access to resources and opportunities to gender-based violence in adverse climate contexts. Together, we can build a more sustainable and equitable future for all people, because we cannot move towards sustainability if the social sphere is not fully represented. Let's celebrate the unlimited potential of women in building a better world for generations to come! You can read the article by clicking here: bit.ly/3n0gQ6d

Women and youth #CSOs play a key role in the acceleration and achievement 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063. Representatives from women and youth on the 2nd day of the meeting said that "Building the capacity of local Civil Society Organizations (#CSO) is very important/should be next step to accelerate/achieve Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs), particularly the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063." The awareness of women and youth CSOs on the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063, which is a plan of action to reinforce the five critical Sustainable Development Goals (no poverty, zero hunger, climate action, peace, justice, and strong institutions, partnership for the goals) is low. Therefore, they should be part of the implementation, should be sensitized, and be part of the solution to ensure the principle of leaving no one behind during the implementation. This complements a pressing point raised by one of the keynote speakers yesterday. She said we have to question ourselves "What do SDGs mean for 44 million people displaced? 1/2nd of African women experience abuse? 600 people (men and women who do have no access to electricity? 1/3rd of women using cooking firewood? What are their pathways to the SDGs journey? should be examined" To do this, engagement of CSOs, enhancement of institutional competence, and attention to energy (solar and mini-grids) are mentioned as future solutions to accelerate and achievement of 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063. Transformation and modernization of statistical systems (data generation systems) ensure indicators are dis-aggregated by age and sex, and the development of indicators involves women and youth. African Women in Water and Climate Engaging #CSO in the implementation of #SDG1, #SDG2, #SDG13, #SDG16 and #SDG17 #2030Agenda and #Agenda2063

Climate Change Needs a Feminist Face! Young women, especially those with disabilities, are the missing piece in the climate puzzle. Their perspectives, experiences, and leadership are crucial to solving the climate crisis! Let's shatter the glass ceiling of climate decision-making and amplify the voices of young women who are already leading the charge! Together, we can create a more just, equitable, and sustainable future for all! #YoungWomenLead #DisabilityInclusion #ClimateAction"

Anticipating Women's Day tomorrow, here's a powerful quote from one of our inspiring team members, Emilia Ernest Magehema, MSc-Finance and Investment: ''Empowered women not only uplift communities but also ignite change, lighting the path towards a brighter tomorrow."

At the #UnitedNations in #Geneva #Addressing where we are with the #SDGS (Sustainable Development Goals) Six years to go and we are realistically only 25% fully on track - 75% of the 17 Goals are unlikely to be fully achieved by 2030. There is a #GreatDealToDo

Women and youth #CSOs play a key role in the acceleration and achievement 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063. Representatives from women and youth mentioned on the 2nd day of the meeting said that "Building the capacity of local Civil Society Organizations (#CSO) is very important/should be next step to accelerate/achieve Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs), particularly the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063." The awareness of women and youth CSOs on the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063, which is a plan of action to reinforce the five critical Sustainable Development Goals (no poverty, zero hunger, climate action, peace, justice, and strong institutions, partnership for the goals) is low. Therefore, they should be part of the implementation, should be sensitized, and be part of the solution to ensure the principle of leaving no one behind during the implementation. This complements a pressing point raised by one of the keynote speakers yesterday. She said we have to question ourselves "What do SDGs mean for 44 million people displaced? 1/2nd of African women experience abuse? 600 people (men and women who do have no access to electricity? 1/3rd of women cooking firewood? What are their pathways to the SDG journey?" To do this, engagement of CSOs, enhancement of institutional competence, and attention to energy (solar and mini-grids) are mentioned as future solutions to accelerate and achievement of the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063. Transformation and modernization of statistical systems (data generation systems) ensure indicators are disaggregated by age and sex, and the development of indicators involves women and youth. African Women in Water and Climate Engaging #CSO in the implementation of #SDG1, #SDG2, #SDG13, #SDG16 and #SDG17 #2030Agenda and #Agenda2063

Dear Leaders today is International Women's Day! Today, we honour the resilience and strength of women, particularly in the face of climate change. Together, we can take action to achieve #TheAfricaWeWant. #InternationalWomensDay #ClimateJusticeIsGenderJustice #NotOnOurSoil #TheAfricaWeWant.

Key takeaways from today's Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development at UN. "Africa needs to put great effort for reversing the current climate trend/ achieve #SDG13-Climate Action." It was also indicated that Africa needs to accelerate progress to achieve set targets on #SDG1 (No Poverty), #SDG2 (Zero hunger), and #SDG17 Partnerships for the goals of the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063). The performance of SDG 13 (Climate Action), is below the requirement, and this is due to climate finance issues. #Women and #gender performance of each SDG was not adequately reported. It is crucial to engage Civil Society Organizations like African Women in Water and Climate for continued advocacy and lobbying tasks to integrate it into the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063. Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development is an annual intergovernmental and multi-stakeholder platform mandated by the #AU General Assembly to follow up on the progress of the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063. 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063 is a plan of action to reinforce five Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These are #SDGGOAL1-No poverty; #SDGGOAL2-Zerohunger; #SDGGOAL13-Climateaction; #SDGGOAL16-Peacejusticeandstronginstitutions #SDGGOAL17-Partnershipsforthegoalsofthe2030AgendaandAgenda2063