WEE CLIMATE WORKSHOP: Connecting Environmental Activism, Gender Justice and Eco feminism

Environmental activism and advocacy cannot be considered whole unless the importance of gender justice and the effect of climate change is holistically highlighted in our efforts towards environmental protection.

This was established at The Women, Earth and Equity (WEE) Climate Workshop organized by TechHer and The Young Feminist Solidarity & Climate Project. The 2-Days workshop which held in Port Harcourt, examined the role of patriarchy in deepening the effects of climate change on women and children.

The workshop explored the concept of climate justice through the lens of eco feminism, with four different approaches from four seasoned facilitators.

Delivering a presentation on Power, Gender and the Environment, Obianuju Iloanya examined the interlocking system of domination which has prevailed through patriarchy, capitalism and neocolonialism as a major contributor to environmental degradation.

Ken Henshaw who spoke on Shaping Policy and Purpose: A feminist guide to climate advocacy, pointed out that the women in our society have been raised to embrace patriarchy as a regular way of life, which shows up in our religion, our culture, our policies, adding that true environmental justice can only be achieved when these patriarchal structures are broken.

Speaking on Sustainable Livelihoods and Circular Economy, Dr. Dikibujiri Diri further stressed the need for environmentalist to stand for eco feminism, adding that there is no sustainable development without social equity.

On her part, Flora Asieri spoke on Ecofeminism storytelling, advocacy and campaign organizing, giving participants a step-by-step guide on how to link environmental sustainability with gender equality.

The convener of the WEE Climate Workshop, Gladys Omenefu said the workshop was borne out of the need to focus on the marginalized groups, especially women and children in the face of climate injustice.

The workshop also featured peer-to-peer learning, presentations and stories from participants in their environmental work.

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