Host Organisation

Indigenous Information Network

Outline

Indigenous women are at the forefront of climate change impacts, but they are also leading practical and locally rooted solutions that strengthen the resilience of their communities, lands and ecosystems. Drawing on Indigenous knowledge, cultural practices and generations of experience caring for the Environment, Indigenous women are developing and implementing solutions in areas such as food and water security, biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, sustainable livelihoods, climate adaptation and the transmission of Indigenous knowledge to younger generations. This session will provide a platform for Indigenous women from different regions and communities to share their climate solutions directly, highlighting what they are doing, what is working, and the changes these initiatives are creating within their communities. Through practical examples and lived experiences, speakers will demonstrate how Indigenous knowledge and women’s leadership contribute to locally led climate action while strengthening culture, community resilience and the protection of lands and natural resources. The session will also explore what is needed to strengthen and scale Indigenous women-led climate solutions, including direct and accessible climate finance, recognition of Indigenous knowledge systems, secure rights to lands and resources, meaningful participation in climate decision-making, and stronger partnerships with Indigenous women’s organizations. The discussion will connect community-level solutions with the global climate agenda and highlight why Indigenous women must be recognized, supported and directly financed as leaders and partners in achieving effective, equitable and sustainable climate action.

Speakers

Lucy Mulenkei- IIN, Moderator

Speakers- Ms. Dewelle Dia- Senegal, Ms. Samira Bendriouich- Morocco, Ms. Rebeccah Naiseyio Kiborit- Kenya, Ms Tlhokomelang Ngaka- Botswana, Ms Tarcila Rivera Zea- FIMI

Languages

FR SP EN