At the opening ceremony at K-Plaza Hotel, EPA Executive Director Dr. Emmanuel K. Urey Yarkpawolo noted that climate change is already disrupting lives and livelihoods across Liberia—through flooding, coastal erosion, and unpredictable weather. He stressed that while women are often among the most affected, they are also central to building strong, resilient communities.

“This initiative marks a shift from viewing women solely as victims of climate change to recognizing them as leaders, communicators, and first responders,” Dr. Yarkpawolo said.

The training will strengthen last-mile delivery of climate and disaster information, ensuring early warnings are understood, trusted, and acted upon at the community level. Participants will build skills in climate risk awareness, early warning systems, disaster preparedness, and leadership.

The initiative will also establish a growing network of Women Climate Ambassadors to share climate information across households, farms, markets, and schools—helping protect lives and strengthen resilience nationwide.