The Center for Biological Diversity experienced a fast and successful 2025, despite multiple investigations and attacks from President Trump and far-right House members aimed at intimidation.

The Center for Biological Diversity experienced a fast and successful 2025, despite multiple investigations and attacks from President Trump and far-right House members aimed at intimidation. These efforts failed to slow us down.

Since Trump's second inauguration on January 20, we have filed 65 lawsuits. These actions targeted destructive policies, climate-killing fossil fuels, widespread chemical approvals, and the despoilment of vital ecosystems like the Everglades. We also fought corruption threatening wilderness areas and defended national parks from exploitation.

We are deeply grateful for your continued faith and anticipate more hard-fought battles and victories in 2026.

At COP30 in Belém, Brazil, on November 13, WECAN hosted a press conference where Amazonian leaders issued urgent calls to protect Indigenous rights, women land defenders, forests, water,

At COP30 in Belém, Brazil, on November 13, WECAN hosted a press conference where Amazonian leaders issued urgent calls to protect Indigenous rights, women land defenders, forests, water, communities, and the global climate.

WECAN also launched its “Escazú Agreement Toolkit for Women Land Defenders and Frontline Communities.” This resource offers eleven country-specific guides to help women land defenders navigate domestic laws for Escazú Agreement protections, ensuring their rights and environmental safeguards. Access the toolkit: WECAN Escazú Toolkit.

Prominent Indigenous leaders spoke at the event. For more details on WECAN’s COP30 advocacy and speakers, visit: WECAN COP30 Blog.

Hear the impactful story of H.E. Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca, former President of Malta.

As the Founder and Chair of The Malta Foundation for the Wellbeing of Society, she will share her

Hear the impactful story of H.E. Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca, former President of Malta.

As the Founder and Chair of The Malta Foundation for the Wellbeing of Society, she will share her unique insights and experiences.

Hear from H.E. Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca, former President of Malta. She is also the Founder and Chair of The Malta Foundation for the Wellbeing of Society.

She will share her impactful

Hear from H.E. Marie-Louise Coleiro Preca, former President of Malta. She is also the Founder and Chair of The Malta Foundation for the Wellbeing of Society.

She will share her impactful story.

Mr. Ömer Abdullah KaragözoÄŸlu, President and Chairman of the Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK) of Türkiye, addressed the WTDC-25 Plenary's High-Level

Mr. Ömer Abdullah KaragözoÄŸlu, President and Chairman of the Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK) of Türkiye, addressed the WTDC-25 Plenary's High-Level Segment.

This session occurred in Baku, Azerbaijan, on 18 November 2025.

H.E. Mr. Valeriu Zgonea, President of ANCOM (Romanian Regulatory Authority) from Romania, addressed the High-Level Segment of the WTDC-25 Plenary.

The session took place in Baku,

H.E. Mr. Valeriu Zgonea, President of ANCOM (Romanian Regulatory Authority) from Romania, addressed the High-Level Segment of the WTDC-25 Plenary.

The session took place in Baku, Azerbaijan, on 17 November 2025.

Mr. Carlos Manuel Baigorri, President of Brazil's National Telecommunication Agency (Anatel), delivered remarks at the High-Level Segment of the WTDC-25 Plenary.

This session was held in

Mr. Carlos Manuel Baigorri, President of Brazil's National Telecommunication Agency (Anatel), delivered remarks at the High-Level Segment of the WTDC-25 Plenary.

This session was held in Baku, Azerbaijan, on 17 November 2025.

The Sustainable Economy Forum's opening session convened a distinguished group of participants. These included Mr. Djamel Eddine ZELLAGUI, representing the Algerian Minister of Finance, and Ms.

The Sustainable Economy Forum's opening session convened a distinguished group of participants. These included Mr. Djamel Eddine ZELLAGUI, representing the Algerian Minister of Finance, and Ms. Savina AMMASSARI, the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Algeria.

Further attendees were Mr. Mourad Ahmia, Executive Secretary of the UN G77; Mr. Fouad SAOUDI, representing the Sonatrach CEO; and Mr. Mohamed SKANDER, President of the Sustainable Economy Forum. Ms. Justine LUMUMBA KASULE, Minister of General Affairs of Uganda, also participated.

The Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This virtual forum united over 125

The Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This virtual forum united over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries, offering 25 panels with diverse strategies for a healthy, just world. Interpretation was provided in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Learn more: wecaninternational.org/womens-assembly

Among the key sessions was "On Fire! Youth Leading the Way," held on June 26th. Moderated by Niria Alicia Garcia, the panel featured prominent youth climate and human rights activists: Mitzi Jonelle Tan, Maria Reyes, Samaï Malaïca Gualinga, and Xiye Bastida. Resources from this and other panels are available here: Assembly Resources

The Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This virtual forum united over 125

The Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This virtual forum united over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. Across 25 panels, participants showcased diverse visions and strategies to accelerate a bold path toward a healthy and just world.

A key session, “Rights of Nature as a Systemic Solution: Protecting and Defending the Places We Live,” held on June 27th, featured prominent leaders. Resources from this panel and the entire Assembly are available here. Learn more about the Assembly here.