On March 8, 2022, Annapurna Media Network, the parent company of Annapurna Daily newspaper organized a program to commemorate Women’s Day. The event focused on discussing the gendered impacts of climate change, particularly on women from marginalized communities. Participants strongly advocated on how women, especially from Janajati, minority, and Dalit communities, face unique challenges due to limited access to resources like property, education, and networks. They emphasized the compounded effects of climate change on livelihoods, particularly for women dependent on forests for fuel, fodder, and water.

Gender and social inclusion expert Dibya Devi Gurung noted that women are disproportionately affected based on identity, geographical location, and resource access. She emphasized the vulnerability of Chepang women and others from marginalized groups who face multiple layers of discrimination. Similarly, President Chure-Tarai Madhes Conservation Development Board Assistant Secretary Srijana Shrestha pointed out how invasive plant species, a consequence of climate change, further strain women’s daily efforts to collect forest resources. Adivasi Janajati and Local Community Manager Kamala Thapa referred to the IPCC’s sixth report, reinforcing that indigenous women are among those most severely impacted by climate change.

I presented on the Youth Perspective on Climate Change during a round-table discussion conducted by Annapurna Post and AP1 TV. My contribution centered on important role of youth in addressing climate change, emphasizing innovative solutions, awareness-building, and the importance of engaging young people in sustainable practices to mitigate its impacts.