 When it comes to climate change, we are all vulnerable. But some of us are more vulnerable than others. Extreme weather events disproportionately affect rural communities, with the poorest, the elderly and women taking the heaviest blow. Climate change is widening the global gap between the poor and those who are better off by 20 billion US dollars every year. Because of floods and heat stress, poor families can lose up to 5% of their income annually. A one-degree increase in global temperatures can cause a 34% reduction in the incomes of female-headed households. When disasters strike, women and girls pay an unbearable toll, but they are barely visible when it comes to climate actions, only a small fraction of climate funds reach those who need them the most. This unjust climate is inflaming all types of inequalities. We need to change direction now and forge together a world where no one is left behind. We need to place people at the centre and develop inclusive climate policies, sustain livelihoods with social protection, create more job opportunities, ensure equal access to finance and resources, and bring all people into decision-making for a more just transition. Focusing on people now is the right direction toward a sustainable and equitable future for all.