In the communities in which STER works, we are already seeing this unfortunate reality come to life: natural disasters increase household tensions, which can result in more cases of domestic violence, and scarcity of natural resources means women need to walk further from home to collect essentials like water, putting them at greater risk of violence from strangers on the road. Also, when families face economic challenges due to the loss of crops or land, child marriage skyrockets as girls get the responsibility of being married off to older men to contribute additional income to their families.

Despite our collective efforts, we are falling short in reducing carbon emissions and putting our planet on the brink of a devastating climate and nature crisis. Due to the urgency of the situation, we see an opportunity to create positive change by bridging the gap within our movement and rallying around a shared vision. Currently, our efforts are fragmented. And fossil fuel companies continue to exploit divisions and spread misinformation campaigns. More than ever, we need to be united. We have the power to stop the harm and shape a climate-safe future for all.