Global Centre for Climate Mobility

🌊 🇫🇯 Meet Joape Nagera, a Climate Mobility Youth Delegate from Fiji for COP29! Growing up in Mualevu, Vanuabalavu, Joape has witnessed firsthand the devastating impacts of cyclones and hurricanes on his island, which fueled his passion for climate advocacy. As a proud Pacific Climate Warrior, Joape advocates for Indigenous rights and environmental justice. Joape has been deeply involved in policy-making and grassroots activism through the amplification of the voices of marginalized Pacific communities. He has worked with New Zealand's Ministry for the Environment and Ministry for Foreign Affairs, pushing for youth inclusion in national and international climate policy. Through campaigns and research, he has fought for stronger protections for Pacific communities against climate displacement, drawing attention to rising sea levels and extreme weather events. Joape's dedication to amplifying the voices of frontline communities extends to his work on the global stage, where he advocates for ambitious climate policies that reflect the real needs of Small Island Developing States. As a COP29 delegate, Joape is committed to ensuring that the experiences of Pacific communities are heard and addressed through equitable and inclusive solutions. #COP29 | #ClimateMobility | #YouthLeadTheWay

🎙️ Check out our Climate Mobility Fellow, Careen Joel, featured in this episode of Civic Tech in Africa!

On October 23, the Greater Caribbean Climate Mobility Initiative (GCCMI) hosted an Online Stakeholders Forum to address the pressing issue of climate mobility in the Greater Caribbean Region. With 463 stakeholders participating, we explored pathways to advance a shared climate mobility Agenda for Action for the region. The forum brought together experts, affected communities, Indigenous Peoples, youth, private sector, civil society and government partners. Keynote remarks were delivered by H.E. Mutryce Williams, Permanent Representative of St. Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations in New York, and H.E. Duvalier Sánchez, Member of the Chamber of Representatives, Colombia. The event featured in-depth insights from across the region, projections on climate mobility trends, and concluded with an open discussion to explore the key recommendations for the Agenda for Action. We are grateful to all participants for their valuable insights and contributions toward building a stronger climate mobility network in the Greater Caribbean region. #ClimateMobility | #ClimateAction | #PeoplePositive

PRESS RELEASE: Global Centre for Climate Mobility Announces $100 Million Funding Drive at Global Citizen Festival to Support Communities Adapting to Climate Change In front of 60,000 attendees at the Global Citizen Festival in New York’s Central Park, Managing Director of the Global Centre for Climate Mobility (GCCM), Prof. Kamal Amakrane announced a groundbreaking pledge to raise $100 million by 2030 for the Communities Climate Adaptation Facility (C-CAF). This innovative initiative aims to empower local communities in the Pacific, the Greater Caribbean, and Africa as they navigate climate impacts. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eiZe3dTv

🌍 🇿🇲 Meet RAYMONT ZULU, Climate Mobility Youth Delegate from Zambia for COP29! Raymont’s firsthand experience with climate-induced displacement drives his advocacy for climate mobility. As a passionate climate activist, he is dedicated to building adaptive and resilient communities, mainly focusing on vulnerable groups such as migrants and marginalized populations. As the founder and Executive Director of the Youth Alliance For Climate and Health (YACH), Raymont leads initiatives that integrate climate education, mental health support, and resilience-building strategies for those most affected by the climate crisis. #COP29 | #ClimateMobility | #YouthLeadTheWay

“[The U.S. Government] works very closely with governments on capacity building to help them create necessary policy and programmatic responses to those on the move for climatic reasons.” During the Climate Mobility Summit, we interviewed Dr. Elizabeth Campbell, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration at the U.S. Department of State. In our discussion, Dr. Campbell highlighted how the Bureau of Population, Refugees and Migration supports the enabling of people positive adaptation journeys for communities affected by the climate crisis. #ClimateMobility

🌍 🇧🇯 Meet Dossiya DAKOU, a Climate Mobility Youth Delegate from Benin for COP29! Growing up in a migrant family, Dossiya's early life was shaped by mobility. This heightened his awareness of the intense struggles faced by some migrants, particularly as a result of climate change. As a Renewable Energy Engineer and Digital Changemaker, Dossiya is on a mission to harness the power of AI and renewable energy to uplift and protect marginalized communities. Dossiya is the driving force behind Bluetourism, a project to raise awareness and lead conservation efforts for Ganvié, a lakeside community in Benin often referred to as "Africa’s Venice," severely impacted by climate change and plastic pollution. In addition to his conservation work, Dossiya leads AI-driven campaigns as part of Tales of Turning and Students For Liberty, advocating for climate policy, fighting misinformation, and promoting clean energy diplomacy. At COP29, Dossiya is committed to amplifying the voices of those most affected by climate mobility, advocating for equitable solutions that empower frontline communities. Dossiya's unique perspective, shaped by his personal experiences of migration and resilience, drives him to inspire meaningful global change. #COP29 | #ClimateMobility | #YouthLeadTheWay

🌍 🇸🇴 Meet Ahmed Abdi Osman Farole, Climate Mobility Youth Delegate from Somalia for COP29! As a dedicated advocate for climate change and youth engagement, Ahmed focuses on the critical issue of climate mobility, recognizing the profound impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations. His journey in climate advocacy includes participating in COP28, actively engaging on topics such as loss and damage, climate adaptation, and climate-induced displacement. In his role as the youth and climate change focal point at the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) in Somalia, he contributes to initiatives aimed at empowering the next generation to engage in climate action. This includes developing the National Climate and Environmental Action Plan for Youth and Children, designed to encourage youth involvement in adaptation strategies. Ahmed is passionate about integrating climate mobility into national policies and fostering collaboration between youth and decision-makers at COP. His advocacy work strives to amplify the voices of Somali youth and contribute to sustainable solutions in the face of climate challenges. #COP29 | #ClimateMobility | #YouthLeadTheWay

🌎 🇧🇷 Meet Valeriana Augusta Broetto, Climate Mobility Youth Delegate from Brazil for COP29! As a member of RESAMA - Red Sudamericana para las Migraciones Ambientales. Valeriana investigates the complex dimensions of human mobility within climate change, disasters, and environmental degradation. She does this with a strong focus on gender and youth, emphasizing the need for intersectional approaches in adaptation and disaster risk reduction policies. Valeriana's work includes contributing to crucial reports in the context of climate change and environmental degradation in South America and providing technical inputs and media reports related to the 2024 Rio Grande do Sul megadisaster. Valeriana has also played a key role in drafting the National Policy on Environmental and Climate Displaced People in Brazil, ensuring marginalized communities' voices are heard in policy discussions. As a Climate Mobility Youth Delegate for COP29, Valeriana is eager to share her insights and experiences, advocating for equitable solutions and highlighting the importance of community-driven strategies. #COP29 | #ClimateMobility | #YouthLeadTheWay

Last year, I had the honor of being selected as a Climate Mobility Delegate for the Global Centre for Climate Mobility at COP28. This transformative experience allowed me to connect with incredible youth from across Latin America, all working towards raising awareness and addressing climate migration in our region. I’m deeply grateful for the connections I’ve maintained since then and for the shared threads that link our diverse stories and challenges. Together, we continue striving for a common, inclusive, and effective climate agenda. Thank you ClimaTalk and Millie May for amplifying our voices! 🌍💚 #ClimateAction #YouthInclusion #COP28 #COP29 #Migration #ClimateJustice