Membership
Join the Women’s Climate Congress
As a membership-based organisation, we are a collective of individuals committed to our Charter for Change and governed by its members. At WCC, your voice matters.
Join the movement and become part of a growing community of women driving climate action. By joining us, you join a collective of women who collaborate for climate action - to influence policy and create inclusive, long-term solutions for people and the planet.
We welcome all women, in all our diversity – passionate about climate action and environmental advocacy. Membership is free!
Women in all our diversity refers to the inclusion of women and girls from various backgrounds, identities and experiences. It underscores the importance of bringing diverse voices and perspectives into climate action, recognises the intersectionality of gender equality, climate change action and social justice; and emphasises that the climate crisis affects all women differently.
What we stand for
Women’s agency and influence: Empowering women, in all our diversity, to rise up for ambitious climate action.
First Nations knowledge and leadership: Elevating First Nations knowledge systems, values and leadership. Respecting their unique connection to land, sea and waterways.
Policy impact: Advancing climate and environmental policy for long-term well-being of people and planet.
Intergenerational care: Fostering equity and stewardship across generations.
Inclusive discourse: Elevating informed, respectful conversations around climate and environmental decisions.
Leadership support: Backing women in government, business and community sectors.
Inclusive community: Expand your impact by collaborating with changemakers from all backgrounds.
Networking opportunities: Build connections in members-only forums, the WCC book club, regional meetups and public WCC events.
Learning and growth: Get insights from leaders and experts through our Women’s Climate Conversations and our national and regional Congresses.
Member updates: Stay ahead of the curve with member-only briefings and WCC reports.
Your benefits
Ways you can get involved
Advocating for climate action: Run letter-writing campaigns and social media blitzes – to elevate women’s voices on critical climate issues and influence policy.
Collaborating on position papers and submissions: Use your analytical skills to collaborate on position papers and submissions that hold governments accountable to scientific advice.
Organising events: Coordinate events that foster engagement, spark new collaborations and advance WCC’s mission.
Activating members: Host small group meetups or virtual coffee chats to onboard new members and drive collective impact.
My commitment as a member of the Women’s Climate Congress
As a member of the Women’s Climate Congress, I stand for a future shaped by compassion, wisdom, and justice. I commit to:
championing inclusive, gender-balanced leadership in all decision-making spaces
respecting and amplifying First Nations knowledge as foundational to climate and ecological solutions
acting in the interests of future generations through choices grounded in intergenerational equity
leading with care, creativity and courage in the face of complexity and crisis
supporting policy and action informed by the best available science
practising deep listening to build trust, foster collaboration, and unlock collective impact.
This commitment is a daily practice, one that requires accountability, reflection, and shared responsibility as we work towards a more just, regenerative world.
Ready to make an impact?
Apply for membership and start your WCC journey today.
The Women’s Climate Congress is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee and a registered charity. Membership is free, and as a member you’ll elect our Steering Circle (Board) and vote at our Annual General Meeting.
Because we’re a company limited by guarantee, your financial responsibility is capped at just $10 - and only in the unlikely event that WCC ever becomes insolvent (this means each member would only be asked to contribute $10 towards covering any shortfalls).
If you’re able to do more, please consider a one‑off or regular donation to help cover our operational and program costs. Donate here.
