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The Republic of Kiribati presented its oral submission at the ICJ Advisory Opinion on Climate Change. H.E. Teburoro Tito highlighted the nation's existential struggle against rising sea levels, while Director Aretaake Ientaake of the Ministry of Justice addressed how warming seas affect tuna migration and, in turn, the livelihoods of Kiribati's people. Legal Counsel Professor Eyal Benvenisti concluded the presentation with their legal arguments, emphasising the significance of the hearings for the survival of future generations and the protection of the fundamental right to self-determination. This landmark case was successfully campaigned for by Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change, with significant support from the Government of Vanuatu. The Pacific Community (SPC) is actively supporting Pacific Island countries by providing vital technical, scientific, and human rights expertise. #ICJ #ICJAO #ClimateJusticeAtTheICJ #ClimateJustice #PacificVoices #PISFCC #ClimateActionNow #PacificPeoples #Youth

#PacificAgriculture | 🌱 Shining the spotlight on our newest peer reviewers as they embark on their mission to uplift Pacific voices! Nominated by trailblazers in Agriculture & Forestry, these esteemed researchers are all set to identify urgent regional research priorities. Stay tuned to see how they're making waves! Profiles of our latest peer reviewers 👉 https://bit.ly/3BaEvIn

#ResilientPacific | 🌏 Supporting Disaster Resilience in Papua New Guinea 🌴 The BSRP II team recently wrapped up a two-week mission in Papua New Guinea, where they: 📌 Worked with government agencies to finalise plans and budgets for 2025 📌 Held consultations with the National Disaster Center and other stakeholders 📌 Convened the Project Steering Committee meeting This mission helps lay the groundwork for implementing disaster resilience activities in 2025, supporting organisations such as the National Weather Services and the Department of Community Development and Religion. 🤝 BSRP II is a €14 million project funded by the European Union and implemented by the Pacific Community (SPC) to reduce disaster risks across 14 Pacific Island Countries and Timor Leste.

The Republic of the Marshall Islands presented its oral submission at the ICJ Advisory Opinion on Climate Change, demanding climate justice. H.E. John Silk highlighted the nation's enduring nuclear legacy, while Climate Envoy Kathy Jetn̄il-Kijiner presented a model of impending sea-level rise, highlighting the grave cost of inaction. Attorney General Johnathan Kawakami closed the presentation with their legal arguments, emphasizing the impact of the hearings on future generations. Atina Schutz, from the Attorney General's office, summarises the Republic of the Marshall Islands' call for clear legal guidance to safeguard its people and heritage. This landmark case was successfully campaigned for by Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change, with significant support from the Government of Vanuatu. The Pacific Community (SPC) is actively supporting Pacific Island countries by providing vital technical, scientific, and human rights expertise. #ICJ #ICJAO #ClimateJusticeAtTheICJ #ClimateJustice #PacificVoices #PISFCC #ClimateActionNow #PacificPeoples #Youth

#16Days2024 | Today is Human Rights Day. Global commemorations today celebrate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948, the declaration is regarded as the most translated text in the world - available in over 500 languages, including more than 10 from the Pacific: https://bit.ly/3VtbCy6 #HumanRightsDay also marks the end of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. As commemorations conclude, the vital work remains ongoing to support those experiencing violence as well as efforts to prevent GBV in our Pacific homes, communities and nations. More about the 16 Days campaign: https://bit.ly/3ZkZ7XC

#16Days2024 | Today on #HumanRightsDay, learn about how SPC and partners have been raising people’s awareness of #HumanRights for positive change through cinema and talanoa via the Pacific Human Rights Film Festival. 📽️ Films have the power to ignite feelings and emotions, open people’s minds to new perspectives, and profoundly impact how people think. And post-screening discussions create a safe space to discuss the social problems that are often swept under the carpet. 👉 Read our story: https://lnkd.in/gxK5vBty 🤝 The University of the South Pacific, New Zealand High Commission, Suva, Fiji, United Nations Human Rights, Ambassade de France aux Fidji - France in Fiji, Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Fiji Airways, New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade, Save the Children Fiji, Sida #PacificPeoples #PacificHumanRightsFilmFestival #PHRFF2024 #PHRFF

As the Pacific gathers in The Hague, a powerful hui honoured Indigenous knowledge and discussed the legal implications of the ICJ Advisory Opinion. The gathering brought together Indigenous leaders, legal experts, and climate activists from around the world. The event explored how Indigenous laws and nature-based solutions can complement international law to address the climate crisis. By highlighting Indigenous voices and recognising their rights, we can strengthen traditional solutions that play a critical role in addressing global climate challenges. Co-hosted by the Government of Vanuatu, the Pacific Community (SPC), Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change, and World’s Youth for Climate Justice. The Pacific Community (SPC) is actively supporting Pacific Island countries by providing vital technical, scientific, and human rights expertise. #ICJ #ICJAO #ClimateJusticeAtTheICJ #ClimateJustice #PacificVoices #PISFCC #ClimateActionNow #PacificPeoples #Youth

#16Days2024 | As we approach Human Rights Day tomorrow, Miles Young, Director of the Human Rights and Social Development Division of SPC shares his reflections on how we can harness the power of contextual storytelling and talanoa to drive positive action around human rights in the Pacific. #PacificPeoples 👉 Read the opinion editorial: https://lnkd.in/gqUyCYMZ

#PacificEducation | 🎉 The Final PacREF School Readiness Reflection Gathering Workshop took place this week! This week Early Childhood Education and Care (ECCE) experts, ministry focal points, and teachers from across the Pacific are coming together in Nadi, Fiji, to reflect on the outcomes of the PacREF School Readiness Project’s pilot phase. 💡 Over the next few days, participants will: ✨ Share insights and lessons from the pilot. ✨ Explore innovative strategies to enhance school readiness. ✨ Plan the next steps to ensure access to quality early childhood education for all Pacific children. The School Readiness Assessment Tool has been instrumental in helping ECCE teachers evaluate and respond to children’s developmental needs. By identifying foundational skills and learning gaps early, the tool supports teachers in tailoring their approaches to support students with a strong foundation for their learning. Stay tuned for updates as we work towards a brighter future for our youngest learners! 🌏📚 🤝 Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade

#PacificAgriculture | 🔎 #ResearchinFocus - Meet Aporosa, Coconut Genetic Resources Intern at the Pacific Community. His internship focussed on the conservation of coconut genetic resources, which is crucial for most communities in the Pacific Island countries and territories (PICTs) because of the significant role that coconut palms play in the economy and livelihoods of most Pacific Island communities. 📣 Read his interview 👉 https://bit.ly/49loQCQ