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In the following video, our #Lebanese colleague Mariam Younes shares the challenges that farmers in South Lebanon are facing due to ongoing attacks by the Israeli army. The resilience of these communities is truly inspiring, but resilience is not enough against such destruction. We stand with Mariam, the farmers, and all the people of #Lebanon during these difficult times. Click the link to watch the video and learn more about the situation ⤵️

What are the solutions for #Sicily’s water crisis? What kind of approaches are needed to secure the future? Sicily is facing the challenge of water scarcity which is worsened by the effects of #climatechange. With outdated water infrastructure and agricultural practices, sustainable water management seems now more crucial than ever. 📌Want learn more? Read Pierluigi B.’s article on EUobserver. https://lnkd.in/dezJxz7e #Italy #Mediterranean

✨We are thrilled to announce our partnership with the Switchers! 👥The Switchers is a community of inspiring entrepreneurs and changemakers in the Mediterranean region, united by a passion for the #environment. As green and circular businesses, The Switchers are implementing innovative solutions that contribute to sustainable and fair consumption and production models. They are active in diverse fields, such as sustainable farming, green construction, sustainable textiles and cosmetics, eco-tourism, renewable energy, transport, and resource and waste management. 📚The Switchers is a platform for sustainable businesses to connect, learn and grow. It offers tailored business support, including market access, peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, funding and training and networking opportunities. Learn more about Switchers here ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/dS2K_Z_7 MedWaves

🔜Next week #MedCities, with the support of Ajuntament de Barcelona, organises the #BarcelonaAcademy for Metropolitan Municipalities (#BAMM). This first edition focuses on "Green & Blue Cities." This annual program is designed for elected officials and senior technical officials from #Mediterranean city councils. Welcome! 👉🏽 bit.ly/AgendaBAMM Josep Canals-Molina, Ajuntament de Barcelona, David Llistar, #medcitiesmembers #executiveacademy #BAMM #mediterraneancities #knowledgetransfering #goodpractices #greenbluecities #SDGs #sustainability #climatecrisis #mediterranean

✍⛵☀️Welcome to our digest of job opportunities and events in #sustainability across the #Mediterranean! 📌 Follow us to stay updated on new opportunities. 🎯 #Consultant to support the BeMed+ project by IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation ⏳ Deadline: 25 October 2024 📍 Monastir, #Tunisia 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d2uWgw58 🎯 #Consultant to tackle the pressing issue of plastic pollution along the Shkumbin River as part of the BeMed+ project by IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation ⏳ Deadline: 25 October 2024 📍 Albania 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d3Dr2jF6 🎯 #Job / Fishery Officer by FAO 📅 Deadline: 31 October 2024 📍 #Roma, #Italy 📝https://lnkd.in/dXq7-Q8a 🎯 #Internship / PRIMA Program Internship 📅 Deadline: 31 October 2024 📍Barcelona, #Spain 📝 https://lnkd.in/eJmaD2zN 🎯 #Job / Fundraising Coordinator Greenpeace غرينبيس 📅 Deadline: 5 November 2024 📍Remote 📝 📢 #Course / Black & Mediterranean Seas IOI Ocean Academy Online Course by International Ocean Institute 📅 Deadline: 7 November 📍Online 📝 https://lnkd.in/e4f6wMWm 🎯 #Traineeship / Deutsche Welle Traineeship 2026-2027 📅 18 November 📍 Bonn, #Germany 📝 https://lnkd.in/dCpER8MS 📢 #Event / RESIST Project: Media Insights: Advancing Climate Emergency Reporting in European Newsrooms 📅 19 November 📍 Online 📝 https://lnkd.in/dDFR7ykG 🎯#Call / Micro-Initiatives Beyond Plastic Med - BeMed 📅 Deadline: 6 January 📝https://lnkd.in/d8nCAPf

✍ Are you interested in investigative journalism for justice and democracy under a barrage of obstacles and constraints? At a time when the use of #technology and #artificialintelligence to restrict digital discourse and direct public opinion has escalated, and in an era where the war in the region has taken a turn that overlooks the protection of journalists and civilians’ lives especially following the war in #Gaza constraints stemming from climate change and social issues have become part of daily life. Investigative journalism and fact-checking face a barrage of obstacles in their pursuit of accountability, justice, and democracy. Therefore, “Journalism Unbound” has been chosen as the theme for the ARIJ Network 17th Annual Forum. 📌 Amman, Jordan 📅 6-8 December Learn more and register here ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/g--iwSth

After a process of nearly two years, today marks the first day as: Water, Environment and Beyond (WE&B) 😃

✍⛵☀️Welcome to our weekly digest of job opportunities and events in #sustainability across the #Mediterranean! 📌 Follow us to stay updated on new opportunities every Wednesday. 🎯 #Job / Deputy Country Director by Acción contra el Hambre 📅 Deadline: ASAP 📍 #Lebanon 📝 https://lnkd.in/dibhHuh4 🎯 #Job / Project Manager at MedWaves 📅 Deadline: 21 October 2024 📍 #Barcelona, Spain 📝 https://lnkd.in/dTE8N4zP 🎯 #Call / Mediterranean Youth in Action by Anna Lindh Foundation 📅 Deadline: 21 October 2024 👉 Receive up to €4,000 to implement your campaign 📝 https://lnkd.in/dWyJa6rW 📢 #Event / NBSOIL Project Launch Webinar - Academy’s second module: Living Lab Facilitation 📅 23 October 📍 Online 📝 https://lnkd.in/dBDc2gRm 🎯 #Consultant to support the BeMed+ project by IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation ⏳ Deadline: 25 October 2024 📍 #Monastir, #Tunisia 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d2uWgw58 🎯 #Consultant to tackle the pressing issue of plastic pollution along the Shkumbin River as part of the BeMed+ project by IUCN Centre for Mediterranean Cooperation ⏳ Deadline: 25 October 2024 📍 Albania 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d3Dr2jF6 🎯 #Internship / PRIMA Program Internship 📅 Deadline: 31 October 2024 📍#Barcelona, #Spain 📝 https://lnkd.in/eJmaD2zN 🎯 #Traineeship / Deutsche Welle Traineeship 2026-2027 📅 18 November 📍 #Bonn, #Germany 📝 https://lnkd.in/dCpER8MS 📢 #Event / RESIST Project: Media Insights: Advancing Climate Emergency Reporting in European Newsrooms 📅 19 November 📍 Online 📝 https://lnkd.in/dDFR7ykG 🎯 #Job / Fishery Officer by FAO 📅 Deadline: 31 October 2024 📍 #Roma, #Italy 📝https://lnkd.in/dXq7-Q8a

✍️AMWAJ is a partner of SJF24! Join us for the Science Journalism Forum 2024 (#SJF24), the largest and most diverse international event of science journalism, taking place from October 28th to 31st! This year's theme is "Transforming Narratives: Reshaping the Landscape of Science Journalism," where we will explore the latest shifts in the field and offer insights to help media professionals navigate and thrive in this changing environment. What to Expect ●Engaging panels featuring renowned speakers from the science journalism community  ●Networking opportunities with industry experts and peers  ●Access to valuable resources and tools to support your work 📢Special Offer: Use code AMWAJ50 for 50% off tickets! Register now ⤵ https://lnkd.in/dDNYMVD

🌍 What does a "just transition" really mean? It's about moving towards green, decarbonized economies while ensuring workers' rights and livelihoods are protected. But are we considering the gender-specific challenges of this transition? 📌In her article "Building a Gender-Just Energy Transition in the Middle East, North Africa, and Beyond," Myriam Sfeir discusses how a deeply inclusive approach to sustainability can contribute, especially in the MENA region. 🌟Read more here ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/ds6ZBEY5