The Africa Women and Children Conference (AFRIWOCC), is a high-level dialogue that provides the platform for stakeholders and experts to deliberate on issues of women and children in Africa. A biennial conference, AFRIWOCC is designed as a critical but nuanced platform of engagement for reflections on these issues, including the dynamics of loss and damage and how these have been deployed to protect the interest of women and children in the climate change actions. Framed as a conversation to elicit the responses from some of the leading actors in the political economy of climate change responses such as clean cooking solutions, the conference is expected to gather a cast of distinguished global and African experts, academics, businesses, as well as identifiable groups affected by climate change with the defined goal of promoting and amplifying the interest of women and children in the discourse.

The two-day event will take place on the 2nd & 3rd of August, 2023 at the Kempinski Hotel, Gold Coast City Accra – Ghana.

The primary objectives of the climate conference are to;
• Assess the impact of climate crises on women and children;
• Advocate for policies that champion the interest of women and children in climate change sector regulations and development;
• Coordinate a network of organisations focused on women and children in the climate change economy.
• Create a platform to discuss practical and realistic projects and programs to address the adverse effects of climate change;
• Document indigenous knowledge and innovation in climate change.

There will be virtual attendance options available for participants who cannot physically attend the event. Please register on the website to get instructions on how to join the conference virtually.

The conference will cover a wide range of climate-related topics, including but not limited to policy, empowering women and children, technology and innovation and green climate finance.

Yes, the climate conference will provide ample opportunities for networking and collaboration. Participants can engage in panel discussions, breakout sessions, and informal networking events to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations.

If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor or exhibitor, please contact the organizers at executiveoffice@afriwocc.org. Details about available sponsorship packages and exhibition opportunities will be provided.

There is no registration fee, attendance for the in-person event is strictly by invitation. Therefore everyone not invited should endeavour to register to follow the conference virtually. Check the conference website for registration details.

Recordings of certain sessions may be made available to registered participants for later access.

To stay informed about the latest news and announcements related to the climate conference, you can follow the social media channels and follow the hashtag #AFRIWOCC23, or regularly check the official conference website for updates.

Yes, AFRIWOCC has a code of conduct in place to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all participants. Please review and adhere to the code of conduct to maintain a respectful and productive conference atmosphere.

There will be opportunities for participants in the local climate to be involved in the conference.

You can contribute to the success of the climate conference by actively participating in discussions, sharing your knowledge and experiences. Your engagement can help drive positive change and inspire others to take action against climate change.