1 Million Women

If us girls don’t save the world, who will?

Not enough is being done to help this one world we live in for us and for our children. 1million women is a great cause that brings awareness and hopefully we can collectively make some meaningful change.

I got involved with 1 Million Women to reduce my own emissions and because it gives me with the opportunity to talk to my girlfriends, family, and my neighbours as well as women I know and will meet through work, about climate change and hopefully help them to reduce their individual emissions and inspire them to do the same as change agents.

All kinds of environmental disasters are occurring and it has finally sunk in how real climate change is. I want to help spread the word and make people aware of how important the efforts of just one person can be.

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Climate change is a huge issue today, and one that is just going to get worse. The scariest part - it is us who are going to feel the effects during our adulthood! It is so important that we stand together and fight this growing problem before it is too late and we ruin the planet for us and our future generations. I am taking a stand against climate change because we see every day all the beautiful surroundings this world has to offer us, and it isn't fair for us to mindlessly destroy it... we need to preserve it!

I think that looking after our environment now is a crucial part of our future. There are so many small things that can be done to help the environment and spreading the word of how to do that is really important to me. We have to look after our planet to ensure that its still here for our children and grandchildren for many years to come.

In a world where we expect one third more people on our earth than there is now, we can no longer believe we are entitled to have what we want or even need. Our culture of entitlement may be OK for a small population on a small planet but if we do not take personal responsibility for the impacts our current "entitled" lifestyle is having on our future generations then history will regard our generation as the worst despoilers. Together one million women taking personal responsibility is a superb example of how we can go beyond our own backyard, come together and make sure that we can create a massive wave of change.

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Each person has a unique contribution to offer, and together each of our contribuitions make a difference in the world

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As a surfer, I've lived in the water my whole life. I love the ocean and I love nature and I don't like what we're doing to it. We need to accept responsibility and make changes - a small amount of change to achieve a huge impact - and we're running out of time to do so.

There is something awe-inspiring about a group of people striving towards a common goal. Women have the passion, power and understanding to lead change towards sustainability, but we need an outcomes-based collective effort. That’s why I choose to be 1 in 1 Million Women. Let’s lead a revolution through resolutions!

I believe that Climate change is an issue that urgently needs to be addressed before it is too late. The world is a beautiful place that due to its fragility can rapidly deteriorate if humanity does not preserve it. It is my hope that one day everyone will do their part for the environment by living a sustainable life

I believe taking action against climate change, although often disregarded, is immensely important. We, as humans, must take responsibility for what electricity and advancements in technology have done to this Earth, and work towards undoing this damage. Climate change has already had dramatic effects on our environment. Every day, on the news, we hear about extreme weather changes and melting ice caps, effects of climate change that will only worsen over time. Taking action now is vitally important, as we must protect our Earth for ourselves, for the animals and plants that inhabit it and for future generations who will have to live in the world that we have created.

I am passionate in looking for ways to reduce our footprint on the environment through resource efficiency, including energy and water use. This exciting initiative brings reducing carbon emissions to a personal level. I look forward to tracking my progress towards saving 1 tonne of CO2.

My children and their future is the reason I have changed my life. The planet is the only client I work for now. My job is climate change focussed, my new home has the environment in mind, and my hobby is helping others changes their behaviour to show greater respect for Mother Nature.

Wise choices are only made when people are aware and well informed. I am passionate about people having access to knowledge to inform their decisions and this campaign is a great way to share opinions and information.

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Women and children will be disproportionatly impacted by climate change, particularly women and children in developing countries. Women in Australia therefore have a responsibility to stand up and speak out for those who don't have a voice or the power to effect change, which we do and can.

I have a genuine passion about education and training for all and the positive impact it has on the quality of life for the individual and how we contribute to society and the environment.

Climate change is an issue that my generation is going to have to deal with in our future. I want to make a stand against climate change now, and not sweep it under the rug until later on. The problem is only going to get worse so why waste our opportunity to create a healthier, cleaner environment for everyone to live in. We need to preserve the world we have and create a more sustainable way of living to be able to coexist with the wonderful natural surroundings we have.

I want to be a part of making a difference for a better world – and to be able to hand on that better world to my children, to my grandchildren and to those who will come after them.

Climate change continues to influence the lives of women in the ACT. It affects the decisions we make about our own lives as well as those women in years to come. By working together with women from across Australia, we can help to drastically reduce the influence of climate change. It’s in our hands.

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“On a first date we went walking along the beach and I remember thinking how great this guy was that every time he saw rubbish along the coastline he would pick it up to put it in the bin– it impressed me so much that this man cared about the environment the same way I did and was willing to do the little things to make a positive difference – I ended up marrying him. As a surfer my husband has always cared how our living impacts on our environment and now we have a baby boy we are even more aware of reducing our carbon footprint – we want to be good role models for our children”

I am honoured to be an Ambassador of this awesome initiative. Each and every one of us, doing our bit, to reduce our and our families’ carbon footprint will make a difference to save our magnificent planet earth.

Leading a team of graphic designers our mission is to reduce our carbon footprint through clever considered design and printing techniques. We believe in operating sustainably in all business and everyday practices to make a real difference.

Women get it: Climate Change will affect each of us in so many different ways, whether its extreme weather events like heat waves, bushfires or floods or at the household level in paying our electricity bills, so we all need to engage and be active now.

I try to live my life with our complex planet in mind at all time. I believe if we all act on a local level we can make a huge change on a global level to the environmental problems that lie ahead.

I will do everything in my power to ensure my children get to experience our little blue planet in the same, beautiful way, I have. Million Women is a campaign that connects women like me who know that with the right attitude and drive, we can accomplish anything. We will cut 1 Million tonnes.

A crisis as deep and threatening as this presents us all with choices and opportunities. We can cross our fingers, leave it to others, and hope it will all work out for the best. Or we can be active agents in our social, economic and environmental world, prepared to act, together, for the common good.

"We live in the most amazing country in the world - so let's as women lead the change and protect Australia for future generations.

As a country girl, I'm particularly conscious of the impact today's living has on our environment. All that plastic packaging from the supermarket shelves has to go somewhere - do you know where your rubbish ends up?

1 Million Women is a perfect example of women taking the lead and making a difference. As an ambassador I’ve committed to reducing my footprint on the earth - I encourage you to do the same.”

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We women buy stuff, we use stuff and we throw away lots of stuff – and this stuff is changing the climate. But, as women, we are also doers and collaborators. The 1 million women campaign gives us all a chance to individually make practical day to day changes in how we manage ‘stuff’ and collectively use our influence to get action on something so significant and deadly that ‘now’ is our only option.

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We must lead -- because if we merely follow, we will get there too late.

It’s our world ….and we as individuals have a chance to make a difference….but together we can do so much more… and 1 Million Women gives us that opportunity

1 Million Women Ambassador

I'm 14, my name is Lily and I'm interested in fighting climate change because I care about the future and I hate the thought of children growing up and dealing with that when we could've done so much more to help.

One million women can't be wrong (or if they were, who would argue with them). Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing the world today. Women are uniquely placed to help shape and guide our response to this challenge. Due in no small part to the efforts of our sisters before us we now hold influential positions across all levels in the workforce. But, equally if not more importantly, many of us have the opportunity to inspire younger generations to work towards lessening our negative impact on the environment. As workers, as mothers, as teachers, as homemakers and as partners, we can make a difference. And through campaigns such as the 1 million women campaign we will make a difference - we will leave an enduring and positive legacy.

I love the whole idea of 1millionwomen. It’s all about action, and women are the original action-figure heroes. We get things done.
What I like to get done are green DIY jobs. I’m not the handiest tool in the shed but there is something intensely satisfying about it.
Maybe it’s because it works - it increases comfort and brings down your energy bills. Maybe it’s because you’ve done something that you thought you couldn’t do. Maybe it’s because the hour you’ve spent doing a green DIY job has a lasting impact and isn’t gobbled up by hungry mouths in 15 minutes.
My aim is to get 1millionwomen into the shed and doing a bit of GIY. There’s a reason blokes spend lots of time in there. It’s good. Really good.

I have been concerned about the future of our earth and wanting to contribute in some way, not knowing how – this campaign united my wish to conserve our planet with my desire to combine my voice with other women, and get things done! Women know how to work in a collective and appreciate and use our different skills to work toward an objective – and have a lot of fun and nurturing along the way!

I am a huge admirer of Natalie Isaacs. She has made it sound possible that we can really do something to cool down climate change.

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Mentors have played significantly in my career both in Australia and overseas I have consciously helped and enjoyed advancing others all my working life. I do that by utilising people skills honed over 3 decades in public and media relations.

Creating a cleaner and safer future for my children is a priority. I am also passionate about helping women achieve their goals, both personal and career wise, as I am another mother who has learned to do the juggling act – sometimes backwards and in high heels!

Like many other ambassadors who have lived a long while I have fought many battles: the rights of women to work and to a higher education, their equal rights in the workplace, the rights of the mentally ill, of prisoners, of carers, of older people….but no abuse or social injustice can equate to what we are facing now with climate change…but if we care enough one million women should surely be able to make a difference.

Every woman wants to do what she can for her children's future.

Individuals making change in their everyday lives are one of the driving forces behind climate action. As a former Minister for Environment I encouraged grassroots change by helping make South Australia the first state to ban thin checkout style plastic bags; promote recycling by doubling container deposits, instigate a substantial food waste recycling process in homes and put disposal of e-waste on the national agenda. The smallest changes can make a difference.

To me, Climate Change is not a reason for political conflict, but a call for action. We need to do our bit to make the world a more sustainable place, to preserve it for generations to come.

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We live in a world of finite resources – if we want to leave future generations with options, then we should do all we can to find how to do more with less. Efficiency is to be encouraged, as is the development of truly renewable energy alternatives, thus lessening our dependency on fossil fuels.

Chief Executive Officer, Australian Council of State School Organisations, Director at Primary Ethics Ltd Board, Founding Director at Public Education Foundation (NSW), Partnership Officer at Priority Schools Program - Department of Eduction and Communities, Ambassador at 1 Million Women Campaign

Changing the way we live – the central challenge of climate change – takes courage, passion and commitment. 1 Million Women shows how it can be done, today, by everyone.

To me reducing carbon footprint is not just about reducing co2 emissions but creating a more sustainable world to live in, not only for me but for future generation to enjoy.

Feminine creativity – expressed by both men and women – has been all but absent as we address the Global Ecological Crisis. The Million Women campaign will help to restore the balance as women are invited to step up and play their role – with all their usual gusto, enthusiasm, wisdom and irreverence!

Co-founder and Climate Coolers advisory board member

I support 1MW because women have always led the way to positive social and environmental change and 1MW represents how we all can make a difference on an individual, community and societal level.

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One by one we need to speak up. Don't ever think that one woman can't make a difference. If enough individuals say and do the same thing they become a crowd. No one is special but everyone is unique.

2 years ago I flipped from doing ‘green things’ because they ‘felt right’ to believing I need to do everything I can to combat Climate Change, including inspiring others. With our help, the 1 Million Women campaign will inspire & inform the people who can truly make a difference to our world - women! Brilliant!

We can change the way the world works with our everyday decisions – what we buy/drive/eat/do for fun. Giving 1 million women the facts on how these actions affect the planet helps us make choices that will slow climate change, and send a big “clean up your act” to our leaders.

“We can all make a difference and its starts by everyone making an effort to contribute by making changes where we can”.

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“To tackle climate change you don’t have to reduce your quality of life, but you do have to change the way you live” - Ken Livingstone, Mayor of London (foreword to the Mayor's Climate Change Action Plan, 2007)

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Having lived the last 5 years on a farm in the beautiful Liverpool Plains of NSW, I have witnessed first-hand the need for a practical and sustainable solution to the growing issues of climate change. However, I know that by working together we can make long term changes and put an end to our environmental woes!

Our planet is hurting, the earth is heating up at a faster rate than ever before. Recently, around the world, we have seen an upsurge in the amount of extreme weather events; massive floods, powerful cyclones, uncontrollable bushfires, intense snow storms, and devastating earthquakes. I just couldn’t sit back and not do something to help.

Who could resist being one of a million, of the hotest women on the planet? Together, we will be inspired to act for climate action, today.

As women we can drive the Think Global, Act Local philosophy by getting together and making change.
Everyone can play their part in spreading the message and helping us all to make changes. This campaign is both impressive and exciting and I’m pleased to be a part of it.

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Climate change is a very big issue facing our planet today. However, I believe that like most problems in the world today, climate change stems from one big problem which seems to be the ‘elephant in the room’ that no-one wants to talk about. This problem is our ever expanding human population. Only 100 years ago mother earth was home to 1.5 billion people, and now it is home to over 7 billion people. These are scary figures as earth only has so many resources and cannot keep up with our ever growing population. I do not believe that there is one answer and it is not an issue to be taken lightly, however it is an issue that must be addressed. We need to start discussing solutions now. Together we can make a difference.

Business Chicks knows firsthand the unstoppable power of a bunch of spirited women getting together for a common cause. We’re proud to support the 1 Million Women campaign and believe that we can achieve all that we set our minds to. It all starts at the level of individual – YOU!

There is something so incredibly powerful about women joining forces to fight causes in society. We have been doing it forever. Women make 70% of the consumer decisions around the home and we are natural networkers. Climate Coolers reason for being is to engage the women of Australia on Climate Change and our belief is the 1 Million Women campaign will do just this.

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Climate change is an issue that we cannot deny nor ignore. Women are known for our ability to adapt and change and right now there is an urgent need for us to encourage others to do the same. I am delighted to be part of an initiative where we are driving households to be more accountable. Through setting ourselves goals and inspiring others, I believe that we can make a difference.

I am from the land.
4 generations have been custodians of it.
Responsibility comes with custodianship - it is your life’s work to make it the best it can be.
May my personal custodianship of the exquisite earth I live on allow my children and grandchildren to
· celebrate life with the pleasure and quality I have been afforded
· innately respect and take responsibility for the health of the earth so there can be generations after them

As time goes on, the resources on earth are slowly depleting thanks to us humans. It is our responsibility to take action on climate change so that the generations after us can live in a sustainable environment

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The 1 Million Women campaign provides an opportunity for women across Australia to share their knowledge and experiences, learn from one another and to take action together.

We can make a difference to climate change if we act now. Women
can and will make the difference.

Having returned to Australia after two years in the Middle East I am enthusiastic about this campaign because it is getting me in touch with wonderful Australian women, working collaboratively, to deliver real results on an issue that I am passionate about.

While mitigating global warming is everyone's responsibility, I see tremendous value in honoring the role of women in this journey. 1MW offers a valuable platform for women to publicly unite and nurture the Earth as it continues to nurture us.

What we do about climate change today will determine our tomorrow. Women have a critical role to play in these very challenging times. At OzGREEN we are in the business of inspiring people to become leaders of positive change. We know that women are often the first to step up and act - 75% of participants in our sustainability leadership programs are women. The One Million Women Campaign holds a key to driving the changes we need right now.

I believe in taking climate action because I believe there has to be a balance between providing the present needs of society and preserving our environment for future generations- a balance that has not been achieved. If anything, climate change reminds us all that our actions have consequences and while our actions may be able to devastate our environment; our actions can also preserve all that is around us and inspire others to do the same.

Climate change is a key issue for the 21st century, as it highlights the sustainability crisis that we face in a world of growing population, rapid economic development and finite resources. It's vital for people to work together to act on climate change

Now, as many people around the world are aware of climate change and environmental issues caused by humanity, we have to work together to push for a greener, cleaner future. It's up to our generation to step up and really make a difference in the world by working together to achieve the same goal, to protect our environment and our future.

With any challenge the most important thing is to get to the starting line. So 'just get there' by siging up to the 1 Million women campaign

My primary school students are passionate, enthusiastic and motivated to take action to protect the environment. The 1Million Women Campaign demonstrates to all of our children that we care about their future and that together, we can and are making a difference

Over the past few years I’ve become increasingly aware of the need to reduce the impact my family has on the environment. These days we own a hybrid and diesel car and when I can, I’ll choose to ride my motorbike to save fuel and money. Other things you can do to reduce your carbon footprint include taking the bus to work or car-pooling with friends.

That’s why this month I’ve decided to get onboard with the 1 Million Women program. The program created for women by women is designed to make us more conscious about our every day decisions and the carbon footprint we leave behind.

The world can only be a better place if we take immediate action “women are doing it for themselves” and the world – go girls.

Being a uni student, everything in my life at the moment is working towards the future. Being a 10,000 teens ambassador means I can help protect the future of our planet.

We all have a part to play in reducing our carbon emissions and by example, influencing others within our community to do the same.

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I'm passionate about making this a better world for our children and grandchildren. We can't afford to sit back and do nothing about climate change. Just making a start by changing the way we do things, like walking instead of driving or turning off lights, can make a difference.

Campaign Ambassador and Climate Coolers advisory board member

I believe every human being can make a difference to what happens to our planet. Channeling the creative spirit and resources of women to act on climate change has the potential to create a powerful force for change in our world.

My favourite Ghandi quote is “In a gentle way you can shake the world” ... imagine how much 1 Million Women will be able to shake the world.

The “1 Million Women” campaign is a fantastic opportunity for women to champion, influence and make change in their world. I am delighted to be an Ambassador, to be a change agent and lead by example in improving our environment.

In the 20 years that I’ve been involved in generating environmental awareness and action campaigns, I’ve seen first-hand the difference individuals can make. When we come together as a group we can do so much more…and the force of one million women united will be unstoppable!

.Women change societies. As mothers, sisters, daughters, consumers, voters and as leaders in their communities and on the national and international stage. Extraordinary times call for ordinary citizens to stand up, speak out and take action. The climate crisis is upon us – it is an extraordinary time. Australian women are already taking on this extraordinary challenge – join us!

There is nothing more important than preventing climate catastrophe and I am excited and uplifted by the thought of a million women coming together to work towards that end. We _can_ rebuild Australia to be a carbon neutral powerhouse that will make us happier, healthier and safer, and this campaign can drive that transformation.

Vanessa Morris is the founding Executive Officer of SEE-Change. SEE stands for Society, Environment and Economy. They are working to support grass-roots personal and collective action to reduce our impact on the planet.

Campaign Ambassador and Climate Coolers advisory board member

Women have lead the way in the great social changes. It is time for us to rally again to save our community and protect our environment. Cities will be unlivable unless we reduce our carbon footprint now on a household by household basis.

Many of us really do want to make a difference. We just don’t know where to start, will we have time, can we afford it and if we do change, will we really achieve anything? The 1 Million Women Campaign makes it simple to make a real and measureable difference.

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Since becoming a mother I have thought more and more about wanting to help create a beautiful safe world for my precious children. The only way to do this is to make a change in your own world.

Switch to solar. Install rainwater tanks. Say no to plastic bags. Walk more. Use public transport more. Recycle and reuse. Take a mug to your cafe. Car pool. Switch your car to gas/electric. Plant trees. Plant vegies. Eat less meat. Carbon offset your travel. Switch to green energy. Join 1 Million Women! Do whatever you can to help keep this beautiful planet beautiful.

I am passionate about making a change in my world and I urge you to do the same in yours - in the words of our great aussie troubador Kev Carmody - from little things big things grow.

with love,
Katie Noonan

Let's all band together as this wonderful 1 Million Women is imploring us to do so that our children, grandchildren and, in some cases, great grandchildren can look forward to living in a less greedy, cleaner and peaceful environment.

Aina Notoa is the Founder & Director of Gr8 Women - a global connection uniting women worldwide through the power of story. The spirit of Gr8 Women aims to educate, inspire and lead the everyday women to fulfil their dreams and live a life with purpose. Now personally and professionally we raise the bar to support 1 Million Women and step up to influence and stand for the need to protect Mother Earth.

Each of us can make a difference and if we join with other women we can make an even bigger difference! My personal challenge is to reduce my own footprint and encourage women in northern NSW and women in universities and organisations throughout Australia to reduce theirs too!’

Reducing our impact on the environment is something that we are all responsible for. I'm proud to be an ambassador for 1 Million Women to raise awareness in my community and workplace about what we can do to make a difference.

When graduating from primary school, my then 12 year old son's ambition was to "make the world a better place and have fun along the way". I reckon that's enough reason to dive in and see what we can do to leave the planet in good shape - and rather than seeing the journey in a negative light - what one gives up - its actually incredibly positive. In a food sense we need to be much more aware of what we eat, where it comes from and how to look after our resources.

I’m personally dedicated to reducing my carbon footprint and encouraging those around me to think more seriously about their own. What makes the 1 Million Women initiative so special is that it will harness the power and the passion of Australian women. United we will be an unstoppable force. In particular it’s my hope that the young, informed and motivated women who read CLEO will embrace this campaign and really make a difference.

Too many teens are taking our environment for granted. We are a world driven by technology, and yet climate change is still an immense issue that is often overlooked. Climate action means using our power to create a sustainable environment which will ultimately benefit us and future generations to come.

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I see it as our generation's responsibility to unite as women, as friends, and as a community, to fight against the devastating effects our society is having upon our environment today. We must realise what a breathtaking world we are so privileged to be a part of, and learn to live in harmony with every aspect of it. Together, we can make change in everyday aspects of our life, and that change will inspire more change, and more change, until everyone is united in the battle to live sustainably and protect our wonderful earth

Ghandi said something like; ‘Be the change you want in the world’. He is right, we all need to take significant personal action to make change a reality.

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Beginning producing the cabaret show Women in Voice in Brisbane over 20 years ago has shown me just what can be achieved by a small group of self determined women. I am thrilled to be part of another and much larger collective of women with such lofty ideals. Like many of us, managing being a busy working mum can be challenging to stay on track with your core beliefs. This group reminds me not to beat myself up for mistakes but to strive toward the environmental goals I hold dear to my heart. This feeling of solidarity makes me feel that those goals are indeed possible!

"We really ARE the ones we've been waiting for. Each one of us has a unique individual potential for positive change, leading to positive change in our homes, in our communities, and around the world. Bringing this creative potential together is a force to be reckoned with, while paving a brighter future for our children and providing hope and inspiration for all."

Since I started my business in 1992, I have been interested in and greatly rewarded by exploring how the many issues that are fundamental to sustainability can be potent and profound influences on the development of my architecture and my life.

Women can be courageous. One Million Women taking active steps to ensure effective action at all levels to slow global warming will be unstoppable!

The 1 Million Women campaign is a great way for women to unite together to tackle one of the biggest challenges of our time - climate change.

Take the time to read just a few quotes from the one million women ambassadors…..I challenge you not to feel goosebumps.

I believe we all have a responsibility to care for our children and the environment. I have always been concerned with the unnecessary use of dangerous chemicals in our world. I believe that by making a very large number of small changes we can significantly reduce environmental damage, my contribution to this philosophy has been the creation of my own company Wild Child which produces products as close to nature as we can make them. As a natural extension to my working life this campaign provides a great platform to effectively communicate and participate in helping to reduce carbon emissions.

Multi-award winning performer, Leah has a committment to the Arts and cultural activism. She is renowned for her ability to inspire others.

I am delighted to be an ambassador for this appealing grassroots 1 Million Women campaign that will empower and engage up to one million women to each do something every day to help save our planet and combat against climate change.  If we are able to appeal to the women of Australia to each do at least one thing each day for the environment, we will collectively help make the world a better place for our children and our children's children

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In my role as National Head of Women's Markets for Westpac I have worked alongside women to ensure they have sustainable financial futures and so to become an ambassador for 1 Million Women was a natural fit for me. In all our research women have told us that the environment is one of their top priorities not only in business but in their personal lives. We are very proud to have 1 Million Women as the Westpac Women's Markets Charity of the Year for 2011.

As a joining force, united as women, One Million Women is an amazing opportunity for us all to take part in really making a change for the benefit of ourselves, our planet, our children and future generations. A sustainable lifestyle has always been paramount to me and there are so many small changes we can make in our everyday lives that will have an everlasting impact on Climate change. My business Pure Food Cooking is all about giving people tips and ideas on how to make the most of their time spend in the kitchen, easy and creative way for shopping for food, and recipe combinations that save money, wastage and use everyday seasonal local ingredients. All it takes is a thought everyday on how we can make a difference in each little action that we do.

Climate change is a huge issue on a global scale and to think it could destroy our beautiful world is honestly tragic. However, through my actions and those of my friends, family and community, I know that we can begin to make a change for the better.

Liane Rossler is a central figure within Australia’s arts and design sector. A passionate spokesperson and ambassador for key issues related to the creative industries and the environment, Liane is involved a numerous collaborations, exhibitions and projects including Supercyclers, a design project with Sarah King focused on clever and beautiful reuse of waste shown at the Milan Design Week, and Happy Talk, an initiative with Heidi Dokulil.

I’ve read quite a bit recently on global warming and am now convinced that we need to collectively do something about the problem. And urgently. It requires behaviour change at the household level and that’s why I think the 1m women campaign is an excellent idea.

As I’ve lived in the Pacific I’m passionate about making sure Australians reduce our climate change impacts, so our neighbours in the Pacific don’t suffer because of our lifestyle

Positive and proactive and passionate describes this campaign for me. It will make a real difference! We can do it!

BEING MUM TO 2 SMALL CHILDREN, I WAS VERY MOVED BY NATALIE’S CAMPAIGN RUN IN KINDERGARDENS. WHAT A POWERFUL THING IN TERMS OF MAKING A DIFFERENCE! I BELIEVE EDUCATION IS INSTRUMENTAL AND THE CAMPAIGN HAS A HUGE POTENTIAL TO INSPIRE WOMEN TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE THROUGH THEIR ROLE AS EDUCATORS.

I'm proud that my song Courageous is the 1MW anthem as it's about women being strong and committed and that's a powerful force to be reckoned with.

My name is Ammarah and I am 12 years old, and I am keen on reducing climate change as I want the world to be a better place for many generations to come.

By reducing the amount of meat, eggs and dairy we consume, Australians can not only help protect animals from suffering but also drastically cut our carbon footprint. I believe that each one of us, by living a compassionate, ethical and thoughtful lifestyle, can set a personal example that will inspire friends, colleagues and our community. Together, we can create real change to protect our world and its inhabitants.

Ultimately changing the world starts at an individual level and each of us need to do our bit.  Additionally, those of us with authority and corporate influence need to make sure we take a leadership role.

We have inherited an amazing world! I know that I want to preserve it for as long as possible and make sure we don't ruin it. So I take action against climate change.

Climate change is threatening the lives of millions and has already started to affect all of us through the increased chance of storms, floods and other disasters. Its inevitability is looming over us all, but I believe that it can be fought if we unite as young people, and as a community and each do our bit. It’s all the little things we change in our lifestyles that will make the difference and I am excited to play my part in raising this awareness. We are so privileged to live on such a breathtaking planet, but it is humanity that is pillaging the Earth. It’s our responsibility to change ourselves so we damage the environment less, because otherwise it’s us who won’t be able to enjoy this world in the future.

The world around us makes us who we are and without saving the environment there is no world for me, my family, my friends and anyone in the future. Climate change is needed to be urgently attended to. I may only be one person but I have a loud voice and am willing to take action to make a change to the world, as it is important to me to not let mother nature suffer and the small changes I can make don't change life dramatically, and its easy for everyone to do.

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As a 16 year old girl living in a wonderfully fortunate country, I think it important that we acknowledge climate change for what it really is: a reminder that our actions are intrinsically linked to a broader, all-encompassing environment and the global community. More importantly, climate change reminds us of the power of youth spreading the word about climate change, engaging in meaningful discussions and enacting change in our communities.

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Climate change is one of those things which isn't blaringly obvious to those who don’t know it’s there. But for the growing majority, it’s something that matters and something that needs to be enforced continually. We’re a generation who can enforce that change and empower others our age that we can make a difference and that above all else, it’s worth it.

One million women working together to fight climate change is an admirable and achievable goal. I am honoured to be an Ambassador and urge women to join this important and powerful network.

When I think about the future of our world I see a beautiful picture in mind, but with the threat of Climate Change that world may not be a reality. I’m inspired to act on climate change so I can have that ideal world to look forward to.

I think for a long time I lived my life in complete disregard of this beautiful planet we call home.
I didn't litter or knowingly pollute the air or water, but neither did I take real, practical steps to make a difference.
The growing, global awareness of climate change, and having children, made me stop being so complacent, and I'm glad of it.
But I wasn't sure of what practical steps I could take, and 1millionwoman has given them to me.
So thank you, for helping me help our planet.

It is my pleasure to participate as an Ambassador in a campaign where making a difference is easily achievable! Too often big changes seem out of reach, particularly those surrounding complex issues like ‘climate change’. I am proud that through this campaign, we can together make a huge difference to our future.

I am committed to action on climate change and believe leveraging the power of people is integral in achieving this. The Million Women campaign as it is one of the only climate change campaigns I’ve seen that drives practical action and trusts that people have the power to trigger real results through the society more broadly.

Country Women’s Association of New South Wales are involved in the campaign in order that rural women have the opportunity to be involved in such an important initiative.

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“There is a common misconception within the Australian public that sustainable living is too hard or too expensive and that climate change is a responsibility of the Government. The 1Million Women campaign is changing that.
It is the simple everyday choices that each and every Australian can make starting today that will make a difference to the world we live in NOW”.

“All Australians need to do their fair share if we are to combat climate change.

“As Minister for Climate Change, I welcome this campaign as it encourages Australian women to start reducing their carbon footprint.”

“It will inspire women to factor climate change into their everyday decisions

My name is Kat and I’m just an everyday chick who decided that I would prove to myself (and others!) that being sustainable is easy. I started a little blog on my discoveries and adventures to educate and inspire friends and family, ecoempire.org. I figured if I could inspire just a few people to be sustainable, then I’m making an impact. As I embark on a new chapter of my sustainable life (parenthood) I’m out to prove that life’s little excuses shouldn’t get in the way of being a sustainable parent or human being. It doesn’t have to be hard, or boring, or daggy. As I often say – I’m creatively sustainable!

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