80% of the people displaced and impacted by climate change are women. So why do women only represent 33% of climate-related decision making roles? And, out of 110 world leaders present at COP27, why were only 7 women?
As climate change intensifies, women face higher rates of violence, displacement, and poverty. Now more than ever, we need to ensure that women receive support to cope with the hazards of climate change. It’s time to change the equation and close the eco gender gap.
The Equality Lounge® @ COP28 in Dubai will bring together conscious leaders to share ideas, actions, and advance equality.
We hope to see you there!
If you won’t be there IRL, please tune in virtually - we will be livestreaming all sessions to our @femalequotient social channels!
Date & Time:
Monday, December 4
9AM - 7PM GST
Location:
DMCC, Uptown Tower, 10th Floor
Dubai Supercool Mobility Centers
First Al Khail Street
00000, Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Ann Rosenberg, Senior Sustainability and Climate Advisor
Natalia Vega-Berry, Founder and Chief Impact Officer, New Zero World
Mary Jo Willmore, Global Investor Development Director, New Energy Nexus
Valeska Hernandez, CEO & Founder at The Visionist Advisers
Lauren Faber O'Connor, Operating Partner, Lowercarbon Capital
Steve Goldbach, US Leader, Sustainability, Climate & Equity, Deloitte
Dr. Tatiana Kazakova, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Leaders on Purpose
Discover the untapped potential of female empowerment in gender and climate finance. This dynamic panel discussion will delve into strategies aimed at ensuring that women have access to climate funds and equitable financial products. We will explore innovative financial inclusion initiatives, share success stories, and discuss the pivotal role that women play in driving sustainable climate solutions through investment decisions and financial empowerment.
Ann Rosenberg, Senior Sustainability and Climate Advisor
Paula Murphy, Chief Communications Officer, RES
Dr. Destenie Nock, Chief Sustainability Officer, DevvStream
Vera Futorjanski, CEO, Beyond Global & Veritas Ventures
Soudip Roy Chowdhury, Founder and CEO, Eugenie AI Inc.
Stephon Stewart, Author, Theorist, Filmmaker, Singularity
Hamida Babool, Executive Director, Madad
In this session, explore the intersection of gender and sustainable transport innovation. We will delve into how women are significantly impacted by—and are contributors to—the evolution of the transport sector. Panelists will share insights on the gender-specific challenges and opportunities in the realm of mobility with an understanding of how integrating a gender perspective is crucial to developing efficient, inclusive, and environmentally friendly transportation systems.
Sven Hackmenn, Chief Strategy Officer, Citizens Companies
Maria Mekies, Sustainability Advisor, Formula E
Elizabeth Reynolds, Managing Director, Starburst Aerospace
Rebecca Saletta, Director, Strategic Partnerships, Zeti
Sara Sabry, Astronaut, CEO & Founder, Deep Space Initiative
Kristen Siemen, Vice President, Sustainable Workplaces and Chief Sustainability Officer, General Motors
Sherena Hussain, Chief Operating Officer and Lawyer, FleetZero
Navroop Sahdev, Founder and CEO, The Digital Economist
Andrew Chang, Program Director, New Energy Nexus
Shiv Khemka, Executive Chairman, The Global Education & Leadership Foundation
Pratap Raju, Founding Partner, Climate Collective Foundation
Lea d'Auriol, Founder & Executive Director, Oceanic Global
Raychel Espiritu, Marketing Director, Starburst Aerospace
This panel will focus on enhancing gender equality in climate education. It will explore effective ways to incorporate gender perspectives into environmental learning, emphasizing the importance of inclusive education in nurturing informed climate action and leadership across all genders. This session promises insightful discussions on creating a more equitable future through balanced climate education.
Janna Salokangas, Co-Founder, Mia (Mission Impact Academy)
Derrick Feldmann, Managing Director, ISG Research Advisor
Manal Shaikh, Editor in Chief, The Climate Tribe
Natalia Olynec, Chief Sustainability Officer, International Institute for Management Development (IMD)
Lasse Borris Sørensen, CEO and Leading Sustainable Projects Expert, Plan A
Dr Nitya Mohan Khemka, Director Global South Partnerships, PATH
Kathy Alsegaf, Global Chief Sustainability Officer, Deloitte
Discover the power of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in enhancing global supply chains. This session will spotlight practical examples and benefits of integrating DEI into procurement and logistics. Learn how DEI boosts innovation, resilience, and efficiency, turning each link of the chain into a catalyst for closing gender gaps and economic growth. Join us to explore actionable steps for transforming supply chains through DEI.
Ann Rosenberg, Senior Sustainability and Climate Advisor
Anders Rodenberg, CEO, Denominator
Talat Qureishi, Vice President, Mastercard
Iris Van der Veken, Executive Director, Watch & Jewellery Initiative 2030
Cameron Saul, CEO, Bottletop and TOGETHERBAND
Dina Alnahdy, Chairwoman, Circular Economy
Leon Pieters, Global Clients & industry Leader Deloitte Sustainability, Deloitte
Join us to explore Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) performance of ESG funds. We'll walk you through concrete data and insights, illustrating how DEI and Gender is becoming a corner stone of sustainable finance and responsible investing. This session aims to offer a clear, concise overview of the integral role DEI plays in optimizing both planet and people returns in the ESG investment landscape. It’s an opportunity to understand how financial institutions are creating sustainable impact and using capital flows to reduce global gender inequality.
Anders Rodenberg, CEO, Denominator
Carolina Minio Paluello, CEO, Arabesque AI
Nina Fischer, Supervising Associate, Simmons & Simmons
Nikita Singhal, Co-Head, Sustainable Investment & ESG, Lazard Asset Management
Mary Jo Willmore, Global Investor Development Director, New Energy Nexus
Justin Fishkin, Chief Growth Officer, Citizens Companies
Carine de Meyere, Founder & CEO, Women of the World
Jacquelyn Francis, Executive Director, Global Warming Mitigation Project
Pamela Fann, Principal Owner, Impact Energy
Valeria Ramundo Orlando, Managing Partner, Greensquare Ventures
Liané Thompson, Founder and CEO, Aquaai Corporation
Lauren Sorkin, Executive Director, Resilient Cities Network
Sara Roversi, President, Future Food Institute
Bernhard Kowatsch, Head, WFP Innovation Accelerator, WFP
Marie-Rose Mukahirwa, Community Pass Agriculture Lead, Mastercard
Natasha Mudhar, Founder, The World We Want
Adam Mollerup, Head, GovTech, cBrain
Chante Harris, Climate Tech Operator, Investor and Advisor, Stealth - Climate Infrastructure Studio
Join us to delve into the significant impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in global climate policies. We'll highlight the essential role of diverse insights in crafting effective and inclusive strategies. In this focused conversation, we aim to move towards a climate policy where inclusivity is innate, and every voice contributes to global solutions.
Kristian Wredstroem, Senior Growth Manager, Head, Partnerships, Denominator
Dan Delurey, Senior Fellow for Energy and Climate, Vermont Law School
Kasia Lewis, Partner, EY
Melissa Charlton, Head, Strategy and Sustainability, RES group
Peju Adebajo, Non-Executive Director, Powergen
Christ Declercq, Regional Manager, cBrain
Take a seat at the table where female leaders, negotiators, and activists are not just seen but heard, making monumental contributions to global climate policies. Gain valuable insights into the active participation and influential contributions of women in climate negotiations. This panel will showcase the remarkable work done by women in shaping climate policies and advocate for more inclusive and gender-responsive climate agreements.
Alvaro Buenaventura, Head, Business Development, Citizens Companies
Kristian Wredstroem, Senior Growth Manager, Head, Partnerships, Denominator
Julia Pallé, VP Sustainability, Formula E
Rouble Nagi, Social Worker/Activist, Artist & Author, Rouble Nagi Art Foundation
Izabella Rekiel, Impact Correspondent, Impact Media & Events
Barbara Silva, Social Responsibility Manager, FIA (Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile)
Indigenous empowerment and the promotion of Ethno-tourism are pivotal in advancing Indigenous rights and shaping their future. Historically, Indigenous communities have struggled for recognition and rights, with women often playing a central role in maintaining cultural heritage. Today, Indigenous rights encompass a spectrum from legal representation to land entitlements, yet challenges persist, particularly in resource access and political agency.
Fabiana Schaeffer, Co-Founder and CEO, Netza Martech Agency
Virginia Mendes, First Lady, Government of Mato Grosso
Grasielle Paes Silva Bugalho, State Secretary of Social Assistance and Citizenship, Government of Mato Grosso
Rony Walter Azoinayce Paresi, Cacique Indigenous Leader
Andre Luiz Schelini, SEBRAE MT Technical Director
Laura Ferreira da Silva, Female Quilombola Leader
The panel "A New Era in Climate Communications" at COP28 celebrates the combined efforts of over 60 contributors and organizations, drawing from the foundational work of the New Zero World and the Global Commons Alliance. This event is more than a discussion; it's a milestone event aimed at redefining how we talk about climate change. By integrating rigorous scientific understanding with creative innovation, this initiative promises to transform the narrative around the climate crisis, acknowledging its severity and potential as an opportunity. It's an invitation to join in shaping a sustainable future through a radical new framework of climate communication.
Kelly Lovell, CEO, BridgingTheGap Ventures and Founding Chair, YOUNGA
AY Young, CEO, AY-MusiK LLC
Emma Helbo, Head, Communication & Marketing, Denominator
Sarah Howard, Founder and Executive Producer, Twenty Twenty Studios
Topher White, Founder and Executive Chair, Rainforest Connection
Anne Sophie De Brauwere
Gabriela Rojas, Event Marketing Manager, Citizens Companies
