Michelle Romero, National Director for Green For All, discusses a green economy.

She highlights that this vision encompasses more than just cutting carbon pollution; it also prioritizes

Michelle Romero, National Director for Green For All, discusses a green economy.

She highlights that this vision encompasses more than just cutting carbon pollution; it also prioritizes building strong, sustainable communities.

Michelle Romero highlights community efforts to introduce sustainable and efficient transportation in rural towns.

These initiatives prioritize mobility and health access over environmental

Michelle Romero highlights community efforts to introduce sustainable and efficient transportation in rural towns.

These initiatives prioritize mobility and health access over environmental concerns.

Kristine McDivitt Tompkins, former Patagonia CEO, is a prominent American conservationist. With her late husband, Douglas Tompkins, she is recognized as one of history's most successful national

Kristine McDivitt Tompkins, former Patagonia CEO, is a prominent American conservationist. With her late husband, Douglas Tompkins, she is recognized as one of history's most successful national park philanthropists. Her NGO, Tompkins Conservation, recently partnered with Chilean President Michelle Bachelet to create five new national parks and expand three others in Chile, adding over 10 million acres of protected land.

In her talk, Tompkins will share insights into her conservation work in the Southern Cone, her transition from businesswoman, and her call to action: "Paying our rent to Earth." The discussion will be moderated by Kate Brandt.

This field report from the Očhéthi Šakówiŋ (Seven Council Fires Community) at Standing Rock, North Dakota, details how over 200 nations defend their right to clean water and sovereignty

This field report from the Očhéthi Šakówiŋ (Seven Council Fires Community) at Standing Rock, North Dakota, details how over 200 nations defend their right to clean water and sovereignty against illegal land seizure. These protectors highlight a long struggle against environmental racism and genocidal erasure, showcasing the egalitarian actions of Standing Rock and Red Warrior Camps.

The report features indigenous leaders like Kandi Mossett, Phyllis Young, Cody Hall, Michelle Cook, and Terrell Iron Shell. As one leader states, "We've been here. We know how to take care of the land. Just listen to us." For more information, visit nativeorganizing.org or ienearth.org. Support this coverage at lauraflanders.com/join.

Indigenous women leaders will discuss the impacts of fossil fuels, deforestation, and the climate crisis on their communities. They will showcase their solutions, traditional knowledge systems,

Indigenous women leaders will discuss the impacts of fossil fuels, deforestation, and the climate crisis on their communities. They will showcase their solutions, traditional knowledge systems, and efforts to uphold Indigenous rights while advancing policies for care and climate justice.

This UNPFII side event features two panels of global Indigenous women. Panel One includes Ruth Łchav’aya K’isen Miller, Yasso Kanti Bhattachan, Claire Charlo, and Xiye Bastida. Panel Two features Josefina Tunki, President Whitney Gravelle, Michelle Woodhouse, and Majo Andrade Cerda. Osprey Orielle Lake, WECAN Executive Director, will moderate.

Indigenous women are leading global efforts to uphold Indigenous rights, sovereignty, and Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) in interactions with financial institutions and corporations. These

Indigenous women are leading global efforts to uphold Indigenous rights, sovereignty, and Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) in interactions with financial institutions and corporations. These institutions often perpetuate human and Indigenous rights violations, particularly in extractive industries. A recent event highlighted the need for these entities to implement FPIC, Indigenous rights, and due diligence, while investing in climate justice solutions centered on Traditional Ecological Knowledge.

Given the climate crisis, respecting Indigenous knowledge, ways of life, and FPIC—including the right to say “no” to extraction—is paramount, as 80% of Earth's biodiversity remains on Indigenous lands. This discussion took place at a formal side-event of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues 2022, featuring Indigenous women leaders and global advocates like Sônia Guajajara and Casey Camp-Horinek.

The Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, hosted by Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, 2025, convened over 125 grassroots and frontline

The Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, hosted by Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, 2025, convened over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. The assembly featured 25 panels showcasing diverse strategies for a healthy and just world.

One key panel, “Divestment Movements & Transitioning Away From Fossil Fuels,” held on June 26th, included experts such as Roishetta Sibley-Ozane, Heffa Schücking, Olivia Bisa Tirko (Chapra), Ayumi Fukakusa, and Michelle Cook (Diné). They discussed accelerating a bold, transformative path away from fossil fuels.

Amazon Watch and Yasunidos have released a new PSA featuring celebrity supporters. The campaign defends Ecuador's controversial Yasuní National Park from oil drilling.

The PSA showcases

Amazon Watch and Yasunidos have released a new PSA featuring celebrity supporters. The campaign defends Ecuador's controversial Yasuní National Park from oil drilling.

The PSA showcases prominent stars, including Oscar winner Jared Leto, Michelle Rodriguez, Michelle Monaghan, Benjamin Bratt, and Daryl Hannah, among other actors and activists.

Sign the international petition to support the cause: http://amazonwatch.org/take-action/save-yasuni. Join the global conversation using #YasuniDependeDeTi.

Michelle Long highlights how a highly successful local independent business network has transformed Bellingham, WA, inspiring other communities. Their "Think Local, Buy Local, Be Local" campaign

Michelle Long highlights how a highly successful local independent business network has transformed Bellingham, WA, inspiring other communities. Their "Think Local, Buy Local, Be Local" campaign has achieved 60% community awareness and significantly shifted buying habits. More information on this segment is available here.

Starting with a "Think Local First" program, the network expanded to include business peer mentoring, and support for local food producers, sustainable buildings, and green energy. Learn more about their initiatives at www.sustainableconnections.org.

Canadian Indigenous Actress and Activist Michelle Thrush delivered a declaration on behalf of indigenous nationalities. This declaration protests the Ecuadorian government's plan to auction their

Canadian Indigenous Actress and Activist Michelle Thrush delivered a declaration on behalf of indigenous nationalities. This declaration protests the Ecuadorian government's plan to auction their ancestral lands to oil companies, highlighting the severe impact on these communities.

To learn more and support the cause, visit Amazon Watch and sign their petition. (Published Apr 17, 2013)