Climate change is intensifying risks to livelihoods, communities, and economies across the world, particularly in climate-vulnerable regions. These threats are accelerating the need for new skills, opportunities for leadership, and adaptive responses across sectors.  

In an upcoming webinar from COL’s Empowering Women and Girls project, we will explore how green skills development can strengthen climate adaptation and resilience. With a focus on women and girls, the session will highlight innovative training initiatives in areas such as renewable energy, climate leadership, and emergency response. Participants will gain insights from real-world case studies that demonstrate how green skills can enhance resilience, expand economic opportunities, and support more inclusive pathways towards climate-adaptive futures. 

Speakers  

• Brenda Geofrey, Country Director, Barefoot College International  
• Nana Minta Asiedu Ampadu-Minta, Chief of Staff, Green Africa Youth Organisation (GAYO)  
• Sashi Stephen, Executive Director, The Women’s Development Centre  
• Moderator: Frances Ferreira, Senior Adviser: Women and Girls, COL  

Date and Registration  

• 21 April 2026 at 7:00 am PST  
• Register: https://commonwealthoflearning.info/4coXePg