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by Ednal PalmerApia, Samoa Delegates and leaders from across the Pacific have been told that data and information are the backbone of good decision-making on climate-induced Loss and Damage (L&D). Without them, policymakers are essentially flying blind. Speaking during a presentation on the importance of data and information for improving…
by Ednal Palmer In Apia, Samoa Vanuatu has cemented its place as a Pacific and global frontrunner in climate action, becoming the first Pacific Island nation to adopt a national Loss and Damage policy with a detailed 10-year Implementation Roadmap. Speaking at the Climate-Induced Loss and Damage Dialogue in Apia, Samoa,…
by Ednal PalmerIn Apia, Samoa With voices as powerful as the tides that bind their islands together, young leaders from across the Pacific delivered an impassioned plea to regional decision-makers today, urging urgent, tangible action on climate-induced loss and damage. Gathered in Apia for Dialogue on Loss and Damage, youth…
Inaugural Resolution to be Presented at Regional Leaders Dialogue in Apia, Samoa by Ednal PalmerIn Apia Samoa In an inspiring show of unity, resilience, and leadership, over 40 young climate advocates from across the Pacific have successfully concluded a groundbreaking two-day dialogue focused on climate-induced Loss and Damage. The intense…
by Ednal PalmerIn Apia, Samoa What began as a humble conversation beneath an Abalolo tree in Vanuatu has now echoed through the halls of the world’s highest court. In a stirring address to youth gathered in Apia, Samoa for a regional dialogue on climate loss and damage, Solomon Islands youth…
by Ednal PalmerIn Apia, Samoa As Pacific leaders prepare for a Climate Change dialogue, two young Solomon Islanders are part of a pack of ambitious young Climate Change advocates across the Pacific who are in Apia, Samoa to be part of a Climate Change dialogue on Loss and Damage. Roderick…
by Ednal PalmerIn Apia, Samoa While the term “Loss and Damage” remains undefined under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), it is widely recognized by Pacific Island countries as a climate emergency. In a powerful show of unity and resilience, around 40 young climate advocates from across…
Key findings: by Ronald Toito’ona Thousand Ships Bay, located on the southern coast of Isabel Province, was once a place of life, culture, and abundance. Its clear waters and rich marine life fed generations and connected communities. Now it stands on the brink of ecological collapse. At the heart of…
by Ednal Palmer The Solomon Islands Rangers Association (SIRA), and key partners and stakeholders, today commemorated World Ranger Day under the global theme “Rangers: Powering Transformative Conservation.” Held at the Holy Cross Cathedral Hall in Honiara, the event brought together environmental organisations, NGOs, government representatives, and ranger groups to honour…
by Ednal Palmer The Solomon Islands Rangers Association (SIRA) has successfully delivered the secondsession of their School Awareness Program at St Joseph’s Tenaru this week, empoweringstudents to take an active role in protecting the environment and advocating for sustainableresource management. Under the theme “Be the Voice for Future Generations,” the…
