In the remote communities of Peremabiri (Perimabiri) and Agubiri in Bayelsa State, women farmers bear the burden of oil spills and social inequality. Beyond the environmental damage lies a cycle of vulnerability gender based violence, early pregnancies, and poverty. Through private dialogues, therapy, and community support, these women are finding healing, resilience, and renewed hope. This story highlights how climate change deepens inequality and why women’s voices must be heard.
Narratives of Change: Breathing Change
At nine, Leena Joshi was struck by the harsh contrast between polluted Delhi and the clear skies of Switzerland. By fourteen, witnessing plastic waste on a beach ignited her passion for climate action. Now the founder of Climate Conservancy, Leena leads an international youth movement advocating for climate education. With 9,000 young people in 60+ countries, her mission is to create systematic change, ensuring a healthier planet for all.