Empowering Women: Key to Climate Adaptation in South Asia

During the Mumbai Climate Week, former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton emphasized the pivotal role women play in addressing climate change impacts in South Asia. She underscored the Clinton Global Initiative's dedication to empowering women and advancing solutions for both climate mitigation and adaptation at the local level.

Clinton highlighted the unique challenges faced by women, particularly in India, as they contend with extreme heat and serve as climate refugees. She noted the imperative to develop effective solutions through a collaborative approach so that these communities can better navigate the immediate challenges of climate change.

The Clinton Foundation's initiative targets frontline communities hardest hit by climate effects, fostering cooperation among global leaders to devise measurable and impactful responses. The three-day Mumbai Climate Week seeks to explore strategies tailored to the Global South's climate challenges.