What We Do
Women are increasingly leading and participating in climate change action, spearheading initiatives for sustainable farming, water management, disaster preparedness, and advocating for policy changes, while also promoting gender equality and secure livelihood
Women in Climate Change is a non-profit organization that brings together all women working in the climate change action space in Uganda and across international borders. Our aim is to build each other’s capacities and competencies to leave no one behind as we strive to achieve a climate resilient and low -carbon pathway.
This organization encourages the sharing of ongoing and planned activities for capacity enhancement, sharing updates on ongoing discussions in the national, regional and international climate change sphere, plus the sharing of opportunities for collaborative action against climate change.
Our Values
Collaboration: Recognizing that climate action requires a collective effort and fostering partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including governments, businesses, communities, and individuals
Empowerment: Focusing on empowering individuals and communities to take action and become agents of change.Â
Justice and Equity: Addressing the disproportionate impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities and ensuring that solutions are just and equitable, prioritizing the needs of those most affected.Â
Our mission as Women in Climate Action is to enhance women’s capacity to engage in climate change decision-making processes at local, national, and international levels.
Areas of Focus
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Knowledge Management
Women are sharing their knowledge and experiences about climate change and sustainable practices with their communities, including organizing climate education in schools and communities
02
Ecosystem Conservation
Women are actively involved in protecting and conserving ecosystems, including wetlands, forests, and other natural resources, which are vital for climate resilience and livelihoods
03
Advocacy and Policy
They are advocating for policies that address climate change and promote gender equality, including lobbying for climate-resilient infrastructure, energy systems, and land use policies.Â
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Community-Based Adaptation
Women are actively involved in developing and implementing local solutions to climate change impacts, such as better water management, sustainable farming practices, and disaster preparedness.
05
Climate Justice
Working to address climate injustice and ensure that marginalized communities are not disproportionately affected by climate change plus ensuring that climate policies and programs, ensuring that they are equitable and address the needs of women.
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Young Women’s Leadership
Young women are emerging as leaders in climate action, advocating for change at the national and local levels, and initiating projects to safeguard ecosystems and natural resources. WICA supports young activists through leadership and mentoring programs.