Empowering Women, Protecting Environment

Waecma unites women and environmental activists to create localized solutions, prioritizing autonomy and integrating grassroots knowledge into national policies for sustainable change.

A group of people gathered outdoors, raising their fists in solidarity, with some holding signs with writings and symbols related to feminism and social justice. The crowd is diverse, with many individuals wearing masks and bandanas. The sky is clear and blue, creating a vivid backdrop.
A group of people gathered outdoors, raising their fists in solidarity, with some holding signs with writings and symbols related to feminism and social justice. The crowd is diverse, with many individuals wearing masks and bandanas. The sky is clear and blue, creating a vivid backdrop.
A group of people is gathered in a public area, holding various signs with messages advocating for women's rights and against assault. Many are wearing face masks, and there is a mix of emotions displayed, including determination and solidarity. The backdrop includes urban buildings with several people raising their fists in the air.
A group of people is gathered in a public area, holding various signs with messages advocating for women's rights and against assault. Many are wearing face masks, and there is a mix of emotions displayed, including determination and solidarity. The backdrop includes urban buildings with several people raising their fists in the air.
A person holds a pink protest sign in a street setting. The sign features illustrations of various women and a message advocating for women's rights, specifically addressing the policing of women's clothing. Several individuals are gathered around, some wearing masks, and buildings and trees are visible in the background.
A person holds a pink protest sign in a street setting. The sign features illustrations of various women and a message advocating for women's rights, specifically addressing the policing of women's clothing. Several individuals are gathered around, some wearing masks, and buildings and trees are visible in the background.

Who We Are

Our decentralized model champions local women's voices, fostering collaboration between activists to address gendered impacts of environmental change through culturally relevant solutions.

A group of people is gathered outdoors in what appears to be a demonstration or protest. One person is holding a sign that reads 'Girls Just Wanna Have Fundamental Rights.' The background features an ornate building with architectural details and greenery. Most participants appear to be wearing purple items, such as clothing or accessories.
A group of people is gathered outdoors in what appears to be a demonstration or protest. One person is holding a sign that reads 'Girls Just Wanna Have Fundamental Rights.' The background features an ornate building with architectural details and greenery. Most participants appear to be wearing purple items, such as clothing or accessories.

About

Empowering women and environmental activists for sustainable change together.

A large group of people, predominantly women, are gathered for a protest or rally. They are holding signs with various messages, many of which focus on women's rights and empowerment. Some participants are wearing purple, a color often associated with feminist movements. The atmosphere is lively and engaged, with a sense of solidarity among the crowd.
A large group of people, predominantly women, are gathered for a protest or rally. They are holding signs with various messages, many of which focus on women's rights and empowerment. Some participants are wearing purple, a color often associated with feminist movements. The atmosphere is lively and engaged, with a sense of solidarity among the crowd.
A group of five young girls standing outdoors holding signs that read 'Women have the right to choose'. Three of the girls are holding large posters while two more girls hold smaller ones. There are other people visible in the background. They are standing on grass near a building labeled 'House of Representatives'. Everyone looks happy and full of energy.
A group of five young girls standing outdoors holding signs that read 'Women have the right to choose'. Three of the girls are holding large posters while two more girls hold smaller ones. There are other people visible in the background. They are standing on grass near a building labeled 'House of Representatives'. Everyone looks happy and full of energy.
A large group of people, predominantly women, are gathered for a protest or rally. Many are holding signs with messages advocating for rights and against violence. The crowd exhibits a sense of solidarity and determination.
A large group of people, predominantly women, are gathered for a protest or rally. Many are holding signs with messages advocating for rights and against violence. The crowd exhibits a sense of solidarity and determination.
A group of people is gathered in a protest or demonstration, holding signs that advocate for water protection and environmental rights. Various individuals are visible, some wearing traditional clothing and others in casual attire. The atmosphere seems energetic and purposeful, enhanced by the bright, sunny day and a clear blue sky.
A group of people is gathered in a protest or demonstration, holding signs that advocate for water protection and environmental rights. Various individuals are visible, some wearing traditional clothing and others in casual attire. The atmosphere seems energetic and purposeful, enhanced by the bright, sunny day and a clear blue sky.
A diverse group of people are gathered outside a building with climate-related insignia. They are holding various banners with messages supporting human rights, indigenous rights, and anti-militarism. One banner reads 'DEFEND HUMAN RIGHTS AND THE RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLE,' and another reads 'MILITARISM POLLUTER COLONIZER.' A photographer is taking pictures of the group.
A diverse group of people are gathered outside a building with climate-related insignia. They are holding various banners with messages supporting human rights, indigenous rights, and anti-militarism. One banner reads 'DEFEND HUMAN RIGHTS AND THE RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLE,' and another reads 'MILITARISM POLLUTER COLONIZER.' A photographer is taking pictures of the group.

Waecma empowers women and promotes environmental justice through grassroots collaboration and culturally relevant solutions.

Maria Lopez

A large, vibrant mural painted on the side of a building displays a colorful patchwork quilt with various words and phrases like 'love,' 'hope,' and 'mother.' The mural is encased in a bright blue border with the text 'Women's Voices Matter... Equality for all.' The artwork is accompanied by informational text about 'The Women's Quilt' on an adjacent wall. Surrounding the mural are buildings, a clear sky, and a street with some greenery.
A large, vibrant mural painted on the side of a building displays a colorful patchwork quilt with various words and phrases like 'love,' 'hope,' and 'mother.' The mural is encased in a bright blue border with the text 'Women's Voices Matter... Equality for all.' The artwork is accompanied by informational text about 'The Women's Quilt' on an adjacent wall. Surrounding the mural are buildings, a clear sky, and a street with some greenery.
A person in a black mask and beanie holds a protest sign with colorful text in a public park-like setting. The sign contains a message about women's rights. Another person beside them appears to be speaking or shouting into a microphone, indicating expressions of protest.
A person in a black mask and beanie holds a protest sign with colorful text in a public park-like setting. The sign contains a message about women's rights. Another person beside them appears to be speaking or shouting into a microphone, indicating expressions of protest.

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