Why climate finance must invest in SGBV prevention, HIV counseling, and the safety of young women leading climate action. “As Girls for Climate Action expands its movement in Nebbi, Kasese and Gulu, one message is clear for climate financiers: climate action cannot be truly resilient if young women are not safe, supported, informed, and able…
The Vision Document is ready and we are off to lobby. Please find a copy Here. Girls For Climate Action is pleased to have been selected as one of the Action Coalition Leaders in the Generation Equality Forum co-chaired by UN Women, Mexico, France and representatives from civil society. Six (6) Action Coalitions make up the…
In the riparian zones of the River Nile in Jinja, young girls and women face significant challenges stemming from both climate change and improper industrial water pollution. Industries improperly manage and discharge into local water streams like Naava and Misiri, the Nile water that has long been a major source of water for communities in…
Girls For Climate Action Stand at the COP29! COP29, or the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), took place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 18th to 22nd, 2024. This major global event brought together leaders, activists, and negotiators to discuss and tackle the urgent climate crisis. Girls…
Girls For Climate Action Newsletter – July Issue July has been a month of bold voices and powerful actions. In this issue, we celebrate the energy and creativity of young women driving climate justice in their communities. From on-the-ground projects to inspiring personal stories, the Girls For Climate Action network continues to prove that when…
Girls For Climate Action COP 30 Eco-Feminist Manifesto Consultation Girls For Climate Action is leading a consultation process to shape our Eco-Feminist Manifesto for COP30. This manifesto will bring together the voices of young women and girls across communities, highlighting how climate justice and gender equality are inseparable. Through dialogues, workshops, and shared reflections, we are co-creating…
GIRLS FOR CLIMATE ACTION STATEMENT ON THE STATUS OF INDUSTRIAL WATER POLLUTION IN BUIKWE DISTRICTHOLDING POLLUTERS ACCOUNTABLE: URGENT ACTION NEEDED TO PROTECT WATER RESOURCES Introduction Water is a fundamental human right and an essential resource for both social and economic development. According to Article XIV of the National Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy…
The Nile River has long been the lifeblood of northeastern Africa, providing water, sustenance, and a rich cultural history to millions of people. Over millennia, the river has sustained diverse ecosystems and supported human livelihoods. However, in the modern era, the Nile faces a dire threat: water pollution caused by industrial activities. This pollution not…
