Integrated Approaches in National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Processes
This virtual learning session raised awareness of the need for an integrated approach that addresses the impacts of climate change, advances gender equality, and builds the resilience of health systems.
By Alec Crawford, International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)
The scale of the humanitarian crisis in Somalia is immense. It has also been described as the most vulnerable country in the world to climate change. There is growing recognition that it must start adaptation planning now to protect and enhance the peace gains that have been made.
On the 27th of March 2021 at Davina House, Chief Executive Officer Paula Ma’u of the Ministry of Meteorology, Energy, Information, Disaster Management, Environment, Climate Change and Communications (MEIDECC) officially opened and launched the Department of Climate Change’s portal.
An independent evaluation of the work accomplished with funding from the United States Department of State (USDS) from 2015 to 2020 was conducted to assess progress and provide recommendations for how the NAP Global Network should move forward. FInd out how we did!
On the 25th March 2021, the Chief Executive Officer Mr Paula Ma’u, officially opened a half-day workshop held by the Department of Climate Change under the Ministry of MEIDECC for media professionals and journalist from different Media Organization in Tonga.
By Catherine Burge and Julia Donaldson, International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)
This International Women’s Day, the NAP Global Network reflects on examples of the work and resources available to support women’s rights, talents, leadership, and ingenuity in climate action.
Announcing a collaboration that will use photography training to empower women to share their stories with policy makers involved in climate change adaptation.
By Alec Crawford and Julia Donaldson, IISD
While rarely in and of itself a sole driver of violence, climate change impacts can exacerbate traditional drivers of conflict. The international community must come together to help vulnerable countries build resilience on all fronts.
Anika Terton and Christian Ledwell, IISD, in collaboration with IKI Support Project for the Implementation of the Paris Agreement (SPA)/GIZ
Many countries have initiated and are advancing their NAP processes to identify and address their priorities for adapting to climate change.
Anne Hammill, Senior Director, Resilience Program, International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)
Progress takes many forms. How can we transform adaptation planning and decision-making systems to reduce harm and loss in the face of climate change? Here’s what we’ve learned so far.