Gender Advocacy Movement for the Environment

30/10/2025

30/10/2025

When we talk about protecting our planet, we can’t ignore the people most connected to it.
Across the world and especially in developing regions, women are on the frontlines of environmental change, managing water, food, and energy for their families and communities.

Yet too often, they are left out of decision-making on the very issues that affect their lives the most.

💡 Here are some facts we can’t overlook:

_ According to the UN, 80% of people displaced by climate change are women and girls.

_ The FAO reports that women make up about 43% of the agricultural workforce, yet have far less access to land, finance, and technology.

_ A World Bank study found that when women are meaningfully included in community resource management, projects become more effective, equitable, and sustainable.

This isn’t just about fairness, it’s about results.
When women have a seat at the table, communities adapt better, innovate faster, and build resilience that lasts.

Women aren’t victims of climate change, they are powerful agents of change. From leading grassroots recycling movements to managing local clean energy cooperatives, they’re proving that sustainable solutions work best when everyone is included.

Because a sustainable future isn’t just green, it must also be equal.

23/10/2025

🌍 Nigeria at the Frontline of Climate Change: Why Action Can’t Wait

According to recent studies, Nigeria ranks among the top 10 most vulnerable countries to the impacts of climate change in Sub-Saharan Africa and the evidence is everywhere we look. From the floods that displaced over 4 million people in 2022 (World Bank, 2022), to prolonged droughts and heatwaves that have crippled farms and livelihoods across the North, the story is clear: climate change is not a distant threat, it’s here.

The World Bank’s Climate Risk Country Profile (2022) reveals that Nigeria’s average temperature has risen by 1.6°C since the 1900s, with rainfall patterns becoming increasingly erratic. These shifts are already intensifying food insecurity, water scarcity, and health risks, especially for vulnerable communities. The International Labour Organization (2023) also warns that without urgent adaptation measures, millions of jobs, particularly in agriculture and informal sectors, could be lost to climate-related disruptions.

But here’s the truth: vulnerability doesn’t have to mean helplessness. 🌱

Nigeria stands at a defining moment one that calls for bold adaptation and mitigation plans. This means investing in:
✅ Climate-smart agriculture to strengthen food systems.
✅ Renewable energy to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
✅ Early warning systems and community resilience programs to prepare for floods and droughts.
✅ Green job creation that empowers young people to be part of the solution.

Every adaptation effort we make today is an investment in tomorrow’s survival. It’s a call to policymakers, private sectors, and individuals alike: let’s turn our vulnerability into resilience and our challenges into opportunities for innovation.

Nigeria doesn’t have to be a victim of climate change, we can be a model of how a nation adapts, endures, and thrives. 💪🌿

30/09/2025

Did You Know???

Climate change isn't just an environmental issue; it's a threat to global stability and peace. Rising temperatures and extreme weather events exacerbate existing social, economic, and environmental tensions, leading to conflicts over resources, displacement, and human suffering.
Here are some alarming facts:

- 14 out of 25 countries most vulnerable to climate change are mired in conflict
- Climate-related disasters can increase armed conflict incidence by up to 54% by 2030
- 3.3-3.6 billion people live in hotspots of high vulnerability to climate change
- Climate change could lead to an additional 393,000 battle deaths by 2030

Climate change affects everyone, but the most vulnerable communities are hit the hardest. Droughts, famines, and extreme weather events force people to migrate, competing for limited resources and increasing tensions between communities.

Call to Action:

We must act now to prevent climate-related conflicts and build a more peaceful future. Here's what you can do:
- Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: Make conscious choices to reduce your carbon emissions and support climate action.
- Support Climate-Resilient Communities: Donate to organizations working on climate resilience and conflict prevention.
- Demand Climate Action: Raise your voice and demand that your leaders take action to address climate change.

Let's work together to mitigate the effects of climate change and build a more peaceful world. The time to act is now!

19/08/2025

Today, on World Humanitarian Day, we celebrate humanity in action.

To every organization, individual, community, and sponsor who has stood with internally displaced persons, marginalized groups, locals, and indigenous communities — thank you for proving that compassion still moves the world.

At Gender Advocacy Movement for the Environment (GAME), humanitarian service isn’t just a duty; it’s part of who we are. Whether providing aid, amplifying voices, or walking alongside those most affected, we remain committed to building a future where no one is left behind.

Together, we’re not just offering help — we’re restoring hope.

Happy World Humanitarian Day!

01/08/2025

Start a new month with decision to take climate action
Gender Advocacy Movement for the Environment welcomes you to the month of August💚🌳

09/07/2025

Join us for the Virtual Launch of the GESI Performance Leaderboard

Women Environmental Programme in collaboration with Christian Aid in Nigeria, ActionAid Nigeria, Hope Alive For Possibilities Initiative - HAPI and Gender Advocacy Movement for the Environment (GAME) is launching a Gender Equality and Social inclusion (GESI) Performance Leaderboard, focusing at the sub-national governments in Nigeria.

The GESI Performance Leaderboard aims to assess and rank the efforts of the sub-national governments to ensure gender-responsive and inclusive governance. This is important as a gender-responsive and inclusive government will ensure better management of resources, taking into accounts the needs of everyone, thereby leaving no one behind.

This initiative is supported by the European Union and the Dutch Government.

🗓 Date: July 24th, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM WAT
📍 Venue: Zoom
🔗Click the link to Register: https://bit.ly/GESIPerformanceLeaderboardLaunch

17/06/2025

Nigeria's land is under threat! Did you know:

- 73% of Nigeria's land is at risk of desertification
- Desertification affects 30% of Nigeria's arable land, impacting food security
- Women farmers are disproportionately affected, yet they're key to sustainable land management

Let's Restore the Land, Unlock Opportunities!

On , let's unite to combat desertification in Nigeria. Together, we can:

- Promote sustainable land management
- Support climate-resilient agriculture
- Empower women farmers

Join the fight against desertification in Nigeria!

16/06/2025

"Devastating Floods in Mokwa, Niger State 💔🌪️

265 buildings destroyed, public amenities contaminated, and farmland ruined. It's time to act! 🌎💚 Let's support disaster relief and fight against climate change for a safer future.

Read the full story 👇👇👇

https://reliefweb.int/report/nigeria/nigeria-floods-mokwa-niger-state-flash-update-2-june-2025

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05/06/2025

"Beat Plastic Pollution! 🌎💚

Join hands with GAME (Gender Advocacy Movement for Environment) on World Environment Day (June 5th) to fight against plastic pollution! 🚮💪

Let's break the cycle of plastic waste and create a sustainable future for all! 🌟

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04/06/2025