The ‘Developing Skills for Women Leadership in Climate Action’ online course is designed to help women and girls enhance their leadership skills and engage in meaningful climate actions. By the end of this course, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of climate change science and inclusive climate action. They will also be equipped with practical tools to bring their climate initiatives to life or enhance existing projects.
- Self-paced courses
- 9 (+3 practical exercice) hours
- With certification
- Available in English, Spanish, French
Upon completing the course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the fundamentals of climate change and outline the key elements of inclusive climate action.
- Discuss the impact of climate change on women and their critical role in climate action.
- Identify opportunities and develop effective climate action plans.
- Implement strategies to influence others and garner support for climate initiatives.
Course Overview
- The course comprises four main modules, each requiring approximately 2.5 hours to complete.
- The first two modules provide a solid foundation in climate science and introduce innovative approaches to mitigate and adapt to climate change while addressing social inequalities.
- The following modules offer actionable tools to create inclusive and equitable projects.
- The final wrap-up section provides guidance for developing your climate project.
Modules
- Introduction to Climate Change and Inclusive Climate Action
- Women at the Heart of Climate Action
- Taking the Lead on Inclusive Climate Action
- Influencing Change while Staying Resilient
- Course Wrap-Up
Earn Your Certificate
- Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a certificate.
- To earn the certificate, all course videos, readings, and activities must be completed and
- All quizzes must be passed with a grade of 70% or higher.
Progress can be tracked, and the certificate can be downloaded under the “Certification” tab on the main course page.
About the Course
The course, ‘Developing Skills for Women Leadership in Climate Action’ was developed by C40 and UNITAR with the exclusive support of the Fondation L’Oréal, and with knowledge contributions from the Columbia Climate School and CARE experts.
The course is a result of valuable contributions made by experts and practitioners from across the globe. Special thanks to all partners and contributors – without their support this course would have not been possible!