WEDO envisions a just world that promotes and protects human rights, gender equality and the integrity of the environment. To contribute toward its vision for the world, WEDO’s mission is to ensure that women’s rights; social, economic and environmental justice; and sustainable development principles-as well as the linkages between them-are at the heart of global and national policies, programs and practices.

Civil Rights , Environment , International , International Human Rights , Women , Womens Rights

WEDO's programs focus on: 1. Advocacy and Influence: Engaging in policy processes to ensure policy and actions reflect women’s human rights and sustainable development 2. Capacity Building and Training: Building capacity and facilitating space for women’s political voice, power and influence, at local, national and international levels 3. Knowledge Production and Outreach : Building and maintaining a knowledge base related to gender equality, women’s rights, sustainable development and environmental issues, ensuring targeted and effective outreach and information sharing. Across issues such as: climate change policy, climate finance, sustainable development goals, a just transition to low carbon societies, peace & conflict, resilience and livelihoods, and sustainable cities & transport.

Women claim their rights as decision-makers, advocates and leaders, especially on issues related to environment and sustainable development

Globally and across all regions of the world