Humanity’s capitalistic pursuits have led to social inequality, financial instability, and climate catastrophes. Author Tim Jackson illuminates what a future beyond capitalism, competition, and egregious self-interest can truly look like— a place where relationships and meaning take precedence over profits and power. Grounded in a deep understanding of ecological economics, Post Growth is both a manifesto for system change and an invitation to rekindle a deeper conversation that the economy is not separate from the natural world.
Founded in 2019, Women for Conservation (W4C) partners with communities in biodiversity hotspots to empower women as environmental leaders and stewards of sustainable livelihoods. Since 2020, the organization has conducted 68 workshops and reached close to 3,000 participants—mostly women and children—through training in nature guiding, conservation, sustainable crafts, children’s environmental education, and reproductive health.
During the webinar, we’ll hear from Population Connection Senior Analyst Hannah Evans, who visited W4C in November. She will provide insights into Colombia’s demographic trends before diving into captivating photos and stories from her site visit. We will also be joined by mother-daughter duo: Sara Lara, Founder and President of W4C, and Isabella Cortés Lara, Executive Director of W4C. Together, they will delve into the organization’s impactful programs and share inspiring testimonials from participants. Additionally, they will reflect on their experience at the 2025 International Conference on Family Planning (ICFP) held in Bogotá, Colombia, sponsored by Population Connection.
Journalists across the Global North are so fascinated by declining birthrates that this trend has become the dominant population-themed media narrative. Despite substantial published research on family size choices and…
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