CW4CJ 2025
SOWING SEEDS OF SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
Virtual Conference | 17–19 July 2025
About the Event
Join us in reflecting on the impact of Caribbean Women for Climate Justice 2025 (CW4CJ). CW4CJ has championed gender-responsive climate action since 2022. The 2025 edition of CW4CJ conference combined digital storytelling, policy advocacy, and grassroots action, to highlight the theme “Sowing Seeds of Sustainable Solutions.”
This year’s convening centered voices from the Global South, exploring disaster risk management, Indigenous leadership, youth action, food sovereignty, and inclusive, community-led adaptation across frontline nations. CW4CJ 2025 showcased how women are shaping just and resilient futures.
From high-energy live case studies and panel discussion, to a hands-on workshop, CW4CJ 2025 cultivated a space where advocacy meets action.
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Key Highlights
Social Media
Awareness
Through real-time engagement and post-session reflections, the CW4CJ 2025 social media campaign successfully amplified the voices of women climate leaders across the Caribbean and Global South. The vibrant, relevant digital storytelling created a virtual ripple effect with audiences reposting our content to their platforms, bringing greater visibility to grassroots stories and sustainable solutions.
Cross-Regional Knowledge Sharing
Sessions like “Dimensions of Resilience” and “Power in Her Hands” featured lived experiences from Kenya, Guyana, Dominica, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and more. The virtual platform became a meeting ground for diverse perspectives, highlighting how shared struggles can lead to shared strategies in climate resilience and gender equity.
Capacity-Building Workshop
The “Show Me the Money” grant writing workshop was a standout moment giving participants practical guidance on securing grant funding for climate action projects. Attendees walked away with actionable insights on proposal development, gender-based analysis (GBA) and funding strategies for projects, budget structuring, resource mapping, and impact measurement to advance their climate initiatives. Participants also walked away with The Kainos Grant Readiness Scorecard, a self-diagnostic tool designed to help nonprofit organisations assess their internal capacity and preparedness for successful grant-seeking.
Attendee Feedback
“Loved the conference. I appreciate that you stuck to time. I like that you brought a diverse group of speakers from not only in the region but from Africa as well.”
“I wish this can be a physical event!"
“This was a well curated and informative event.”
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CONFERENCE BLOGS
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From strengthening capacity to amplifying grassroots perspectives, CW4CJ 2025 is more than a conference, it is a movement. Explore the full story, including outcomes, challenges, and recommendations for sustaining feminist-led climate action in the Caribbean.
MEET THE ORGANIZERS
Global Yaadie brings the Caribbean voice to global climate conversations. Hosted by Dainalyn Swaby, a development communication specialist, the podcast explores climate, culture, and sustainable living through a lively “yaadie” lens. From supermoms to global activists, Global Yaadie spotlights bold voices and big solutions in the fight for climate justice.
The Climate Conscious Podcast amplifies the Caribbean perspective on climate change and sustainable development. Hosted by environmental sustainability consultant Derval Barzey, it features thoughtful, solution-focused conversations with regional and international experts. The Climate Conscious Podcast builds awareness, captures learnings, and tells stories of resilience with authenticity, in the Caribbean and beyond.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Clara Lionel Foundation for their generous support of the Caribbean Women for Climate Justice 2025 Conference.
Founded by Robyn Rihanna Fenty in 2012, the Clara Lionel Foundation invests in community-led solutions across the Caribbean, East Africa, and the U.S. South, building thriving and resilient communities by equipping local innovators to lead lasting change.
Their commitment to equity, sustainability, and grassroots leadership has helped make CW4CJ 2025 possible and continues to inspire transformative climate action rooted in justice.
Learn more about the Clara Lionel Foundation.
CW4CJ 2025 acknowledges the invaluable support of GirlsCARE, a collective of Jamaican climate scholar-activists committed to empowering young women in climate advocacy. GirlsCARE champions gender-responsive climate action by providing mentorship, training, and advocacy platforms for girls and young women across the Caribbean.
Recognizing that climate change amplifies the inequalities faced by marginalized girls, including threats to sexual and reproductive health and increased vulnerability to violence, GirlsCARE works to ensure that the empowerment of women and girls remains central to building a resilient Caribbean.
We also extend a heartfelt thank you to our community co-sponsors for standing with us in advancing climate justice. Your support has helped create a powerful space for dialogue, action, and collective resilience at CW4CJ 2025. We’re grateful for your partnership in sowing seeds of sustainable change across the Caribbean and beyond.
