Statement: Under-Secretary-General of the UN & Executive Director of UN Women, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, for World Environment Day

Countries with high political representation of women are more likely to ratify environmental treaties & combat climate change.

Approaching these crises by centering feminism can help formulate fairer policies & projects that help improve life for everyone

"We must consider that every voice in the room matters; regardless of whether they are rich or poor, powerful or marginalized."

Climate change and gender equality are everyone’s business, and we can do more to achieve these mutually reinforcing goals.

We can’t fight climate change effectively without upholding sexual and reproductive health and rights.

A conversation with two women working to create a more inclusive climate leadership space

Assessing progress on gender mainstreaming in the context of climate change responses, as well as key challenges & opportunities

"To support sustainable development and gender goals, more attention needs to be given to these women energy producers"