Supporting More Than Equal Numbers in International Climate Debates

Mar 8, 2020 | Brianna Craft and Samantha McCraine
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#EachforEqual is the theme of this year’s International Women’s Day. It recognises that equality requires everyone’s support and that, when we all support each other, we are stronger.

The UN climate negotiations are crucial summits where global decisions on climate action are made. However, more men than women continue to represent their countries in this space. Men do most of the speaking and the deal making. 

The climate negotiations need more women, but achieving equal numbers isn’t enough. Women negotiators must also be trained and supported so they can influence decisions at these high-level meetings.