As part of Earth Day 2025, our Founder and Executive Director, Sara Lara, will participate as a panelist in the roundtable organized by Population Connection, an official virtual side event at the 58th session of the United Nations Commission on Population and Development (CPD58). During this 90-minute session, conservation experts, dedicated storytellers, and advocates for population stabilization will explore the evolution of family planning and its role in building healthier, more resilient, and sustainable communities.
A Comprehensive Approach to Sustainable Development
Health and reproductive rights, along with bodily autonomy, are essential to advancing Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being). During the panel, speakers will share insights on how their organizations work to remove barriers to family planning and empower women and girls. These efforts not only strengthen communities but also contribute to ecosystem conservation and climate change mitigation by promoting sustainable population growth.
Event Details:
- Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
- Time: 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT
Registration: Sign up here
Featured Speakers:
Sara Inés Lara (Founder and President of Mujeres por la Conservación)
Sara will share the inspiring story of her NGO, Mujeres por la Conservación, which empowers rural women in Colombia through family planning and biodiversity conservation. Her work has gained international recognition, earning her a spot among the 100 great Latin American women according to Billiken magazine.
Bill Ryerson (Founder and President Emeritus of Population Media Center)
With half a century of experience in reproductive health, Bill has led initiatives that drive social change through media, addressing gender equity and the environmental impact of demographic trends.
Natalia Cereser (Vice President of International Programs, Population Media Center)
A specialist in social change communication, Natalia has developed innovative projects across Latin America and globally, leveraging media to promote sustainable development and gender equity.
This event is a unique opportunity to learn how family planning, women’s empowerment, and environmental conservation are interconnected, fostering a more sustainable future for all.
Join us in this global conversation!
