About WLCA
Founded in 2021 ahead of the UNFCCC COP26 Summit in Glasgow, Scotland, Women Leaders for Climate Action (WLCA) is a women-led, impact-driven organization dedicated to empowering African women in climate action. WLCA mobilizes voices, investments, and knowledge to strengthen women's leadership and enterprises in the fight against climate change. We advocate for climate finance access, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable livelihoods, with a strong focus on supporting Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and rural communities most affected by climate change. With a strong membership comprising leaders from both the public and private actors, WLCA’s activities are implemented by a dedicated secretariat, its members and overseen by our Board members.
Our Vision
Our Vision
A sustainable and equitable future where women are at the forefront of creating resilient businesses, communities and ecosystems that last.
Our Mission
Our Mission
We strive to build a sustainable future where every woman and every girl has the capacity, resources and opportunities to thrive amidst environmental challenges
Key Strategic Plan Pillars
WLCA has established a set of strategic Pillars designed to drive transformative change while aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 13 on Climate Action. These pillars will guide WLCA’s efforts in strengthening women-led climate solutions, building resilient ecosystems, and fostering sustainability leadership.

SME
Resilience
SME
Resilience
To advocate for increased access to climate finance for at least 5,000 women-led green SMEs enabling access to at least US$12 million dollars by 2030

Ecosystem Resilience
Ecosystem Resilience
To advocate for increased investment in the protection and restoration of the Zambezi River Basin by mobilizing at least US$3 million in climate finance and policy commitments by 2030.

Rural Community Resilience
Rural Community Resilience
To advocate for increased investment in climate resilience programs that support rural communities, particularly women in sustainable agriculture, by mobilizing at least US$3 million by 2030.

Sustainability Resilience
Sustainability Resilience
Invest at least US$ 2 million in building sustainability leadership capacity for 2,000 women, SMEs and Shelf Help Groups (SHGs), equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and networks to drive innovative and scalable climate action initiatives by 2030.
Core Values and Principles
Core Values and Principles
WLCA’s commitment to climate action is rooted in core values that define its approach to its mission. These values spell out “GREEN”, representing our dedication to creating a greener, more sustainable future with women at the forefront of building climate resilience and sustainable opportunities and option for communities most at risk from climate change.