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🌍 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗖𝗖𝗖 & 𝗖𝗢𝗣 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀: 𝗔 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗰𝘆 🌱 I am excited to share that I recently participated in a two-day online workshop on "𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗖𝗖𝗖 & 𝗖𝗢𝗣 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀" and earned a certificate of completion! The workshop provided invaluable insights into the mechanisms of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Conference of the Parties (COP), equipping participants to engage more effectively in global climate advocacy. Here are some key takeaways from the workshop: ✅ What UNFCCC and COP are, their purpose, and how they operate. ✅ The role of negotiators, negotiation processes, and how policies are shaped at the global level. ✅ The importance of youth participation in climate policy advocacy and representation at COP events. ✅ The distinction between Observer Badges and Party Badges, and the roles of government delegations in representing Bangladesh. ✅ Strategies for young leaders to play an active and impactful role in international climate forums. This workshop has not only enhanced my understanding of global climate governance but also inspired me to contribute to climate advocacy and policy-making. I look forward to applying this knowledge to represent my community effectively and to collaborate with like-minded individuals in addressing climate challenges. Let’s work together to create a sustainable future! 🌏 #ClimateChange #UNFCCC #COP #YouthLeadership #ClimateAdvocacy #Sustainability

As COP29 Azerbaijan has already started, the world’s eyes are on the crucial issue of #ClimateJustice. With discussions expected to center on the trillions needed to address climate change, the stakes are high—especially for a country like Bangladesh, where the climate crisis is already at its peak. In this video, Mohammad Emran Hasan, PhD, Head of Climate Justice and Natural Resource Rights at Oxfam in Bangladesh, discusses goals, priorities, and expectations for COP29 with Md Sariful Islam, Head of Influencing, Communications, Advocacy, and Media. He highlights the critical need for climate finance and explores how this COP can help build a more sustainable and resilient future. Let's speak about #ClimateJustice in Bangladesh and #ActNow. #ClimateJusticeActNow #COP29 #ClimateFinance #LossandDamange #DisasterResponse #JustEnergyTransition #DemandFossilFuelPhaseOut

Climate change and governance deficits are fueling insecurity in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the east, environmental degradation, poverty, and illicit exploitation of natural resources are exacerbating conflicts. On November 15th, at the same time as world leaders are gathered in Baku for the yearly climate action summit, FBA and the Swedish Ambassador to the DRC invited experts from civil society, government and academia as well as the EU Special Representative for the Great Lakes Region, the EU Ambassador to the DRC and the Dutch Ambassador to the DRC for a roundtable focused on generational and gender aspects, as well as entry points for dialogue and engagement. Key takeaways: 💡 Protecting DRC’s forests – the world’s largest carbon sink – is imperative, as they are threatened by economic developments. Sustainable management of shared natural resources is crucial. 💡 Peacebuilding and stabilization efforts must include thorough climate analysis to better understand and address conflict dynamics. Ignoring these interactions risks undermining the effectiveness of interventions, excluding essential factors for resilience and durable solutions. 💡 Different groups are affected in different ways, requiring inclusive representation – particularly of women and youth – in decision-making and climate action. #DRC #COP29 #EU

📣📣📣The Youth of Ethiopia has spoken! On November 1 and 2, 2024, Ethiopian youth gathered to discuss the ongoing COP29 Azerbaijan. In collaboration with Enfluencers The Youth Print Eco-Justice Ethiopia, Ethiopian Woman Youth Climate Assembly (EWYCA), and the Ethiopian Youth Council, we developed a position paper that represents the voices of the youth in this session. In this position paper, we outline our key demands on critical topics including Climate Finance, Adaptation, Loss and Damage, Mitigation, Youth Engagement and Capacity Building, and Transparency and Accountability. For further elaboration, please make sure to check out the whole document. Ministry of Planning and Development Ethiopia UN Climate Change Pan African Climate Justice Alliance PACJA AGNES Africa Climate Policy Initiative YOUNGO Youth Climate Justice Fund Consortium for Climate Change Ethiopia (CCC-E) PHE Ethiopia Consortium Africa Youth Mobilisation for COP African Youth Initiative on Climate Change (AYICC) African Union Youth Division Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme AFRICA CLIMATE CHANGE COMMUNICATORS #Ethiopia #COP29 #COP #Youth #YouthAtCOP #EthiopianYouth #Enfluencers #Climate #ClimateFinance #Adaptation #LossAndDamage #Mitigation #YouthEngagement #CapacityBuilding #TransparencyAndAccountability

Happening now: UNFCCC Climate Negotiations Training for COP 29 Delegates! 🌍 The Ministry of Forests and Environment jointly with Practical Action in Nepal and Youth Alliance For Enviroment (YAE), are organising a negotiation skills training for delegates attending COP 29. The main objective of this three-day programme from 23rd to 25th October, 2024 is to build the capacity of climate negotiators, ensuring gender and social inclusion, enhancing coordination among party delegates, and integrating negotiation outcomes into national policy and frameworks.   The key focus areas of the training are: -Climate Change Adaptation -Loss and Damage -Mitigation and Article 6 -Climate Finance - New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) -Mountain, Technology and Capacity Building (cryosphere, mountain people, ecosystem, risk and vulnerability) -Gender, Youth, Children, IPLC & Climate Justice -Climate Diplomacy and Negotiation Stay tuned for more updates from the session! Climate Ambition Support Alliance #mychoiceourfuture #COP29 #ClimateAction #UNFCCC

👋 Are you a new negotiator trying to figure out how to navigate the maze of #COP29? Find some tips below from your friends at the Climate Leadership Initiative. 👇

Our colleagues at Practical Action in Nepal were part of a collaborative initiative led by Nepal’s Ministry of Forests and Environment, Practical Action Nepal, and the Youth Alliance for Environment (YAE) to prepare delegates for impactful negotiations at COP 29. This three-day training which happened between October 23rd to 25th,aimed to empower climate negotiators with critical skills and insights, emphasizing inclusivity and strengthening coordination for COP outcomes that can shape national climate policy. Our focused sessions cover vital topics, including: -Climate Adaptation strategies -Loss and Damage mechanism -Mitigation efforts and Article 6 discussions -Climate Finance and the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) -Mountain, Technology, and Capacity Building (cryosphere, mountain ecosystems, risk, and resilience) -Climate Justice, with an emphasis on Gender, Youth, Children, IPLC -Climate Diplomacy and Negotiation This year, our colleagues Colin McQuistan Ayan Banerjee Demet İntepe, PhD Dharam Raj Uprety Tamanna Rahman will also be at COP 29 in Baku, connecting with global climate leaders and amplifying discussions around these essential areas. Let's drive change together! #COP29 #ClimateAction #UNFCCC

Reflections on 2024 and COP29🍁 From a chemistry lab in the Sindh Environmental Protection Agency, Government of Sindh, Pakistan to the global stage at COP29, this year showcased the transformative power of collaboration and youth leadership in driving climate action. 🍁 Key Achievements in 2024: 🌍 COP29 Azerbaijan Representation: Advocated for equitable climate finance for vulnerable nations at high-level negotiations. Collaborated with stakeholders from Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, the Philippines, Tajikistan, and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). 💧 Water Sustainability at COP29: Presented "The Economics of Water: Sustaining Our Lifeline" at the Extreme Hangout Pavilion. Proposed solutions like rainwater harvesting and community conservation to address water scarcity. 🎤 Media and Advocacy: Featured in ClimaTalk and UNFCCC Climate Voices, emphasizing local solutions for global water and climate challenges. ➡️ In 2024, I delivered lectures on youth-driven climate action, emphasizing the intersection of climate change and human rights. This year, I also connected with Climate Solution International, Liquid Trees, Environment Key Global, and Renew Watts Technologies, and became an active member of the YPFP (Young Professionals in Foreign Policy) , further enhancing my engagement with climate solutions and global environmental networks. 🌎 Looking Ahead: 2024 reaffirmed the importance of community-led solutions in tackling global challenges. In 2025, I aim to amplify these efforts, drive inclusive initiatives, and strengthen youth advocacy for a sustainable future. #ClimateAction #COP29 #WaterSustainability #YouthLeadership #ClimateJustice #WomenAndClimate

During the intermission of today's pre-COP29 seminar arranged by Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), the SEBs Pakistan team had the distinct privilege of meeting Mr. Wolfgang Hesse, Cluster Coordinator for Energy, Climate Change & Just Transition at GIZ Pakistan. We engaged in a highly insightful discussion centered around climate finance, the strategic importance of carbon markets, and the upcoming initiatives under GIZ Pakistan, in collaboration with European institutions, to enhance carbon market mechanisms in Pakistan. Mr. Hesse's expertise and forward-thinking approach provided us with a deeper understanding of the transformative role these projects will play in facilitating a low-carbon transition and strengthening Pakistan’s capacity for sustainable development. We are grateful for the opportunity to exchange ideas and look forward to exploring potential avenues for collaboration between SEBs Pakistan and GIZ Pakistan, as we collectively strive to advance global climate goals. #ClimateFinance #CarbonMarkets #SEBsPakistan #GermanCooperation #GIZPakistan #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAction #EnergyTransition #COP29 #LowCarbonEconomy #ClimateLeadership

📣 The latest edition of the #LGMA bulletin is now out!  https://lnkd.in/ehabQ55G This issue highlights the recent Summit of the Future and #ClimateWeekNYC, both aimed at accelerating momentum toward COP29 Azerbaijan through high-level interactions. The climate community once again has a unique opportunity to lead by supporting the implementation of key provisions in the Pact for the Future and its annexes by developing new, ambitious, multilevel, and inclusive national climate plans by 2025. With the release of the LGMA COP29 Position, including support for the COP29 Map Initiative, the upcoming COP29 Multilevel Action and Urbanization Pavilion, and the first CHAMP High-Level Political Dialogue welcoming two new national endorsers -Finland and the UK-, the LGMA Constituency showcased its readiness to push for successful outcomes at COP29. Subscribe to stay updated on #MultilevelAction and urbanization, and join our monthly webinars for deeper discussions leading to #COP29, hosted by #ICLEI Director of Global Advocacy, yunus Arikan. 👉 Next webinar on 16 October at 10:00 and 16:00 CEST: https://lnkd.in/dem5n6BX #CHAMP #ClimateAction #Baku #LocalGovernments #Sustainability #SDGs #BakuClimateActionWeek