Mutual Capability Strengthening

Grassroots Livelihoods Strengthened through the Next Level Grant Facility

After years of advocacy, Lamu Women Alliance (LAWA) and the community of Lamu are now taking their climate justice efforts to the next level, focusing on livelihood-based solutions to mitigate the impacts of climate change. This new shift was made possible through funding from the Next Level Grant Facility (NLGF) by the Voices for Just Climate Action (VCA) programme, with LAWA recommending six active community groups for support.

Reflections on the Tri-National Meeting

What an incredible experience to participate in the Trinational Meeting 2025 in Filadelfia, Paraguay! I arrived full of curiosity and a little nervous to be part of the meeting where a hundred Indigenous and farmer women from the Gran Chaco Americano came to share their stories, challenges, struggles, and unique wisdom from their communities.

Getting to know our Paraguayan partners

In September, a first series of videos was launched to showcase the work of our local partners in Paraguay and tell their stories from the territories where they work. These audiovisual pieces bring together the experiences of organisations and actors involved in environmental protection and climate change resilience.

Women Empowered through Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices – Part One

Climate action and women's economic empowerment are intrinsically linked, as women are disproportionately affected by climate change impacts and often face significant barriers to economic advancement. Integrating women's empowerment into climate initiatives not only enhances their resilience but also fosters sustainable development and strengthens communities.

Stories of impact and hope for a sustainable future

Over the past four years (2021–2025), Humanis, through the Voices for Just Climate Action (VCA) programme, has worked alongside civil society partners, particularly in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, to strengthen local voices in addressing the climate crisis. From supporting coastal communities and farmers to nurturing youth movements and amplifying women’s leadership, these four coalitions - Koalisi Sipil, Koalisi KOPI, Koalisi Pangan Baik, and Koalisi Adaptasi - have shown how change can grow from the ground up.

Celebrating Impact and Sustaining Climate Justice and Action in Zambia Beyond 2025

As the VCA programme in Zambia and globally draws to a close, stakeholders gathered in Chilanga, Zambia, for a three-day close-out meeting to reflect on achievements, celebrate milestones, and chart the way forward for climate justice beyond 2025.

The Cost of a Blackout

The LAWA team visited Faza as part of the “Building Climate Futures in Lamu” project to explore how climate-related challenges are affecting everyday people, especially women, and how communities can adapt, thrive, and build resilience in the face of such threats. What we found was a story both inspiring and painful—a story of survival against all odds, and of progress that stalls with every blackout.

Women leading the way in climate resilience and sustainability

When women thrive, our planet thrives, too. Through the Women Inclusion in Climate Justice project with the support of Akina Mama wa Afrika under the VCA programme, Lamu Women Alliance has enabled women in Lamu to embrace sustainable business that not only uplifts their families but also champions climate justice. By fostering these innovations and eco-friendly practices, these women are leading change towards a greener future.

Illustrations by Melan, Mount Lewotobi, and Climate Change

Meilany Wungubelen's days in November and December 2024 were notably busy. She moved from one post to another, volunteering and assisting survivors of the eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki. Along with her friends from the Coalition of Young People's Groups for Climate Change (KOPI), she became a storyteller for children and the elderly.

Aryani Newa’s Climate Action in Villages, Beaches, and Social Media

Aryani Newa Humba, a young leader from Mondu Village, East Sumba, is making a significant impact through environmental conservation and sustainable farming. As a Sunday School teacher, she educates children about climate change while leading regular beach clean-ups. She also chairs the Luri Panamu Farmers Group, encouraging alternative crops and traditional farming methods to adapt to changing weather conditions. Supported by Koppesda and the Adaptation Coalition, Aryani continues to inspire her community, proving that small, consistent actions can drive meaningful change.