Sisters on the planet

3 June 2008

Edrychwch ar y dudalen hon yn Gymraeg

As obvious as it sounds, climate change affects everybody.


But climate change is already having a disproportionate impact on people in developing countries, and it's hitting women hardest.


It's not the easiest idea to understand, so to help explain we've made these short films about women, in both rich and poor countries, who are determined to do whatever they can to put a stop to climate change.


Watch them and become aware of the impact our changing climate is having on people's lives. And be inspired to join the fight against climate change too.

Muriel Saragoussi, Brazil. Picture Tatiana Cardeal / Oxfam Muriel's story
As a senior member of Brazil's Environment Ministry, Muriel Saragoussi lives her life as a constant and impassioned fight against climate change.
watch the video


Portrait of Sahena, Bangladesh. Picture Amin / OxfamSahena's story
Sahena Begum is spearheading community efforts to deal with changing weather in Kunderpara village.
watch the video



Martina Longom outside the family home, Uganda. Picture Geoff Sayer / OxfamMartina's story
The weather has become more and more unreliable in Uganda, making life increasingly precarious for communities, like Martina Longom's.
watch the video


Melissa Davies Oliveck carries her shopping in re-usable bags, England. Picture Caroline IrbyMelissa's story
Melissa Davies Oliveck recalls that when she first asked her Year Three class "How many of you are worried about climate change?"
watch the video

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