In Episode 5 of the Hali Hewa Podcast, part of the We Are VCA series, host Abigael Kima sits down with Gertrude Tala from Women Empowerment Link (WEL) to discuss Women Leading Climate Justice. The conversation explores how WEL is empowering women and advancing gender justice within the Voices for Just Climate Action (VCA) program. Gertrude shares how climate change disproportionately impacts women and girls, and how WEL is working to build resilience, elevate leadership, and support communities most affected by the crisis.

The episode also highlights the strength of collaboration among VCA partners and features powerful stories of change from the ground. Gertrude outlines WEL’s future plans to deepen its impact and encourages more young women to step into climate leadership roles. Listeners are invited to connect with and support the work of WEL, and reminded of the critical role women play in shaping a just and sustainable climate future.