For women environmental defenders in Colombia, standing down is not an option

  • UN Women

Summary

Climate change impacts lives, culture and livelihoods of millions of women and their communities. By 2050, climate change may push up to 158 million more women and girls into poverty.

Yet, women human rights defenders, grassroots feminist groups and indigenous women are routinely sidelined in climate negotiations and decision-making. When they defend their environment, they face bullying, harassment, and violence.

Citation

UN Women. 2024, October 16. “For women environmental defenders in Colombia, standing down is not an option.” UN Women, 2024. https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2024/10/for-women-environmental-defenders-in-colombia-standing-down-is-not-an-option

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