African Climate Reality Project

Applications for the African Climate Reality Adaptation Grant are OPEN! 🌱 This is a chance for women Climate Reality Leaders (CRLs) to receive a grant to implement an adaptation micro-action in their communities WHO SHOULD APPLY? ✔️Women CRLs leading projects that raise Climate Change Awareness with practical actions using Indigenous and local knowledge ✔️Women CRLs offering Sustainable Adaptation Solutions that benefit women and/or children ✔️Women CRLs building community resilience to climate impacts, especially for women and children ✔️Women CRLs who attended at least three of the four Amplify Her webinars Click the link below to apply and refer to the application document for terms and conditions. https://shorturl.at/UdUpH #AdaptationGrant #ACRP #AmplifyHer #ClimateAction #WomenInClimate

#COP RESOURCE LAUNCH 🚨🌍 In preparation for COP29, we’ve launched a resource guide to help you understand the conference’s significance, its impact, and the importance of African voices in the discussions. Check out the full guide: https://lnkd.in/dAfQYwxC #COP29 #ClimateAction #TheAfricaWeWant #FundTheFuture

“As the climate crisis accelerates, its impacts extend far beyond melting glaciers and rising sea levels. One of the more insidious threats, particularly for Africa, is the growing prevalence of foodborne diseases. These invisible dangers, exacerbated by climate change, threaten food security and sovereignty across the continent.” To close off #WorldFoodMonth 🌾, we have co-authored a blog with Food & Trees for Africa, looking into climate change’s impact on Africa’s Food Security and Sovereignty. Read all about it on our website: https://lnkd.in/d-HpdGdk #WorldFoodMonth #WorldFoodDay #ClimateChange #FoodSovereignty #ClimateAction

The African Climate Reality Project will be at COP29 this year where we’re launching a Climate Finance Tracker with African Climate Reality Project Philippines. This tool will help you monitor climate finance flows in your country and validate funded climate projects. We’re calling for an ambitious New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) to help developing countries achieve a Just Transition and shift to clean energy. As countries work toward their climate goals, the need for transparent and equitable  funding is more urgent than ever. Fair financing is critical - African countries need grants to fight climate change and include youth voices in the climate conversation. #COP29 #FairFinancing #ClimateAction #FundTheFuture

We’re officially gearing up for #COP29! 🌍 Tune in this evening at 6 PM on Science Wise with VOICE OF WITS where our senior campaigner, Courtney Morgan, will discuss climate action, expectations for COP29, as well as the importance of youth voices in climate negotiations. Don't miss it! #COP29 #ClimateAction #TheAfricaWeWant

LeadingOnClimate in Senegal! 🇸🇳 The African Climate Reality Project facilitated a capacity building workshop on Advancing Local Climate Action in Dakar, Senegal, on the 22nd of October. The aim of this workshop was to capacitate CRLs with resources to advance the work they’re already doing in climate action. At ACRP, we use a train-the-trainer model to build capacity in communities for local African solutions to enable more informed adaptation responses. #ClimateAction #LocalAction #ClimateRealityLeaders #TheAfricaWeWant

Extra, extra! Read all about it! 🗞️🌍 Though our #AmplifyHer series has concluded, we’re still reflecting on the insights, wisdom, and personal stories shared during the sessions. If you missed any of it, we’ve compiled a blog about the series and what have been our key takeaways. Take a look and share it with another woman who is #LeadingOnClimate. https://lnkd.in/dQAPuYK7 #AmplifyHer #ClimateAction #TheAfricaWeWant

ACRP's Communication Manager, Dimpho Lekgeu, participated in the inaugural Youth Development Collaboration Lab youth summit, aimed at fostering collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and practical solutions for the youth development sector in South Africa. She moderated a panel discussion on Youth Participation in Policy and Governance. 👥🌍 Meaningful youth engagement in a country with 30%+ youth population is essential for development, no matter the sector. Without meaningful youth participation, climate action will fall short of addressing the needs and realities of future generations and will lack innovation and creativity. The resources from ACRP's International Policy and Cooperation campaign are designed to support youth participation in critical decision-making and policy processes in the climate space. Find them here: https://lnkd.in/dAfQYwxC #ClimateAction #Policy #Governance #YouthParticipation #TheAfricaWeWant

I had the privilege of attending the two-day Fair Finance School organized by the Quest for Growth and Development Foundation, led by Smith Nwokocha. The training provided invaluable insights into international financial institutions and the critical role of finance in climate activism. It also emphasized the need for greater accountability within organizations working toward climate solutions. Grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow, and build capacity to drive meaningful impact in Nigeria's climate space. Fair Finance International African Climate Reality Project Centre for Environmental Rights 350Africa.org EARTHLIFE AFRICA Centre for Applied Legal Studies

[WATCH] We’ve just launched our Climate Change 101 video 🎬, a short and simple guide to understanding climate change. It covers the basics, including the difference between climate and weather, the causes of climate change, and—most importantly—how you can take action in your community to advocate for stronger climate solutions. Climate education is important in the fight against climate change. The more we know, the more we can push for meaningful changes that protect our planet. Watch, learn, and share! 💪🏾 #ClimateAction #ClimateChange101 #TheAfricaWeWant #ActOnClimate