Climate Change, crops and carbon credits In this episode Ankita Garg spots light on these aspects and much more. We talk about smallholder Farmers, agricultural practices and highlight solutions rather than problems. Ankita is Co-Founder and COO of Varaha, a ClimateTech Startup pioneering nature-based solutions to uplift smallholder land stewards' incomes. We shed light on sustainable practices, how to ensure equal participation and hear a lifechanging story. If you like what you're...

Welcome Osprey Orielle Lake as guest of this episode. Osprey is the founder of Women's Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN), a solutions-based, multi-faceted organization working towards global climate justice. Annika and Ospreay talk about Climate Justice, Ospreys new book "The Story is in Our Bones" and how to best take action despite grieving our collective loss in terms of nature and society. In this conversation we discover different worldviews, how they influence the current...

In this episode we look at a crucial question: Who bears the brunt of climate change? Join us as Fiona Doherty looks at how children are disproportionately affected by extreme weather events. We confront ourselves with the complexities of this challenging issue and highlight the urgency of understanding and addressing its far-reaching consequences. In this episode we look at the links between extreme weather events and child, early and forced marriage (CEFM), the long-term impact of CEFM...

As we bid farewell to another remarkable year, it's with immense gratitude that we look back on the incredible journey we've shared. Throughout the past year, our podcast has been graced by an array of exceptional guests, each bringing their unique perspectives and stories to the forefront. We had a whole wonderful variety of amazing guests. Despite their varied backgrounds, each voice added a distinct hue to the gender-climate-discussion, offering fresh insights and innovative...

Diversity and equal participation are of essential importance for the robust, sustainable, and future-oriented growth of a stable economy and society. Not only at COP28 but throughout the whole year W20 does discuss aspects on how to achieve this. It's our honor to welcome Patricia Tatto as a guest on the podcast: Patricia is part of the Mexican delegation at Women20, the official engagement group of the G20 advocating for the economic empowerment of women and gender equality in G20...

In this conversation Annika talks to Christophe Hodder. Christophe is the UN Climate Security and Environmental Advisor to Somalia at the UN Environment Programme. He is the world's first Climate Security Advisor to a peacekeeping mission in Somalia and has been at the forefront of some of the world's most important events, including leading the response against the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, spearheading relief efforts after the Earthquake in Nepal, and delivering life-saving programs in...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of "Geder & Climate," where we explore the interconnection of Gender and Climate Change and how to achieve international Climate Justice. Today, we have a remarkable guest who has been at the forefront of a financial revolution that's changing lives and markets alike. Join us as we dive into the world of Orange Bonds with Natasha Garcha, the Senior Director of Innovative Finance at Impact Investment Exchange (IIX). We're thrilled to have Natasha...

Policies shape various aspects of our world. In order for them to support building a climate just world for all they need to be adjusted to the needs of various people. In this episode Romana Jungwirth Březovská and Adela Syslová share about the Future of Gender-Climate-Policies focussing especially on the Czech Republic. While discussing the positive and negative aspects of policies, Czech policies being in place and the necessities they see they come to the results that policies need...

Today we have Dr. Anne Karpf on the podcast, sharing about her book "How Women Can Save the Planet", her family background and what made her write that book. A research book for people who don't know anything about the Gender-Climate-Nexus. Anne is Professor of Life Writing and Culture at the London Metropolitan University, a writer, sociologist and experienced public speaker. She has published five books, one of which she has won awards with and is the very topic of this podcast. In our...

If you enjoy this episode, ⁠buy me a coffee ⁠to show your support - it means the world to me! 💧 Trigger warning: This episode contains passages that deal with gender-based violence and sexual exploitation. Today we have Mandana Hendessi on the podcast, sharing about the connections of gender, migration and displacement with references to climate security. Mandana is a social development professional with 30 years of work experience in gender and migration, gender equality and social...

In this episode Sylvia Kezengwa shares how the Innovation Center of the UN World Food Programme creates Climate Justice through innovation. Businesses like AirBnB, Uber or Facebook have been disruptive and changed the whole market. With the UN WFP Sylvia looks for innovations to creating gender and climate justice. Sylvia is a development professional with a passion for creating social impact towards more sustainable futures. She is currently a Manager at the UN World Food Programme...

In this episode Sarika Kulkarni shares about indigenous wisdom, how tribes can influence climate justice and what we can learn from them. In this episode we talk about the role that indigenous communities play in the gender-climate-nexus. We therefore are happy to welcome Dr. Sarika Kulkarni from India as our guest speaker today. After an amazing memorable stint as an academician she became an entrepreneur and fouded her not-for-profit "Raah Foundation" to make a better world for the...

More than 600 million people in Africa live on less than 2 dollars a day. Classic economic initiatives often harm the environment. Aid projects end when the money is spent – new projects need new money. That's reality and hard facts. In this episode Annika interviews Till Wahnbaeck, the founder of impacc - a Social Business that thinks it was a Venture Capital firm. Impacc finds, supports and funds environmentally friendly businesses to start positive growth cycles that go on and on –...

With todays episode we celebrate World Women's Day 2023, #EmbraceEquity and fight for a Climate Just World! Our guest today is Katherine Lucey, who has been actively campaigning for gender equality and climate justice for more than 14 years. Her social business, Solar Sister, bridges the gap between empowering women and contributing to a greener world. These women are leaders in climate action by bringing green and clean energy to their communities. By generating an income, they are no longer...

Europe's energy situation has been exacerbated by the war in Ukraine. So, alongside the climate crisis, we have an energy crisis that affects everyone: businesses, individuals, hospitals, etc. Energy is a fundamental element of our world and simultaneously largely responsible for climate change. In this episode, Annika talks to Aurore Dudka about how the lack of energy impacts people differently by gender. Aurore is an expert in the economics and sociology of energy innovation. She is...

Yeaayyy - we're kicking off 2023 with an exciting and bold episode! We're talking about feminism, how everyone is crucial in order to achieve gender justice and why our economic systems are exploitative they way they work nowadays. Long story short, our guest on the blue sofa today is Julie Nelson. Julie Nelson is a luminary in the field of "Feminist Economics". She is an emeritus professor of economics at the University of Massachusetts Boston and is most known for her application of...

Kicking off the year the year with a call of charity and swarm intelligence: an iPhone was found with my Gender & Climate Sticker in the cover! At this point, thank you to the loyal fan ♥! I hope we can find you and return your phone to you. Contact me at [email protected] . I look forward to hearing from you! Wishing you all a great year 2023. It will be a good one! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/genderclimate/message

In this episode Annika is wrapping up of what has happened so far, and making a deep dive on the interconnection of Gender and Climate.  The year is coming to an end, Christmas is around the corner and in most cultures, this is a very special time. With this in mind we wish you a very happy and merry Christmas time and an amazing, healthy and energizing start into a new hopeful and prosperous year. May it be a good one for you and your beloved ones. We'll take a break and see you back here in...

⚡ How can data help us to create a more sustainable world? ⚡ ⚡ How does Field Data support saving lives? ⚡ ⚡ How do people all over the world collaborate for more accurate data sources? ⚡ Climatic effects strongly affect humans all over the world. In today's episode Anand Nair and Andrea Ruzo speak about the necessity of data when designing human-centered projects and how their company tries to bridge the gap of data between national and international action. Anand and Andrea are the...

⚡ Why would you say are female led businesses in India important to tackle the climate crisis and how do they do that? ⚡  What does it mean to "promote rural entrepreneurship"? ⚡ How do you see women in an active role in order to establish resilient and sustainable social businesses? In todays episode we praise the power of Impact Entrepreneurship and discuss what it means to promote rural entrepreneurship. Annikas guest today on the Gender & Climate sofa is Deepti Ameta. Deepti is a...

The Gender & Climate Podcast turns one year! Let us celebrate that special day with a special episode. In today's birthday episode, we take a look behind the scenes at how this podcast came about and what's involved. In this episode Annika shares her story of becoming a podcast host, how she came here and what's her ambition for doing it. Tune in for a special kind of birthday party. Over the past year, we've explored the connection between Gender Equality and Climate Justice from...

⚡ Why is public transportation important when talking about climate change? ⚡ To what extent are women, men and queer people affected differently by public transport? ⚡ How to make public transport a harassment-free experience? In todays episode we dive into the topic from a new angle namely public transport. The fact that public transport is necessary on the path to climate transformation, but that not all people benefit equally from it or are affected by the insecurity that comes with...

"The very essence of leadership is that you have to have vision. You can't blow an uncertain trumpet." - Theodore M. Hesburgh ⚡ What does it take to be a leader? ⚡ How is leadership related to the gender-climate-nexus? ⚡ How can we bring about change? For this episode we're switching perspectives and are diving into the topic from a different angle. #Leadership Our guest for this episode is Nina Simons. Nina is a the Co-Founder of Bioneers, a non-profit using media to lift up visionary...

⚡ What role do human rights play in the Gender-Climate-Nexus? ⚡ Why is climate change a violation of human rights? ⚡ What is the current state of human rights concerning Climate Change in the intergovernmental discussions? In this first episode after the water month we’ll be talking about Human Rights, in context of the gender-climate-nexus. We therefore welcome our guest Chiara Soletti who is an expert in this field. Chiara is a Climate Change and Human Rights Policy Adviser for the...