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Climate change, misinformation and the UK election
There are three core issues we can’t afford to ignore this year. First, globally we experienced the hottest February in recorded history, second is that more than half the world’s population is going to the …
African Diaspora Investment Symposium 2024: A call to climate action
Representing Conserve Global, we were privileged to attend the ninth annual African Diaspora Investment Symposium (ADIS24) held from March 20-22, 2024, at the Hayes Mansion in San Jose, CA, USA. The event, organized by the …
The power of gender-just climate action and the urgent need for funding
Every March, Women’s History Month ushers in a flurry of discussions on gender issues, including the stark reality of dwindling funding for women and gender-diverse communities. While data and reports highlight the widening funding gap, …
Defending the defenders: Funding for climate and gender justice
‘Above all, funders must become and view themselves as partners – with us, the Women Environmental Human Right Defenders (WEHRDs). This partnership can only thrive if funders genuinely grasp the context in which WEHRDs operate, …
Philanthropy’s role building youth climate resilience in Somalia
The immediate consequences of climate change have had a disproportionate impact on the youth of Somalia. Changes in weather patterns have resulted in heavy rains and flooding, thereby endangering the livelihoods and future of Somali …
Twenty major foundations sign climate adaptation commitment
Twenty major philanthropic funders have signed a call for action outlaying stronger commitments towards funding climate resilience and adaptation. Among the signatories includes, but not limited to, the Aga Khan Foundation, Arab Foundations Forum, …
African Venture Philanthropy Alliance launches programme for climate innovators
The African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA) has launched a new funding programme that hopes to engage funders with ‘climate adaptation innovators’ in a bid to address the critical $100 billion shortfall in funding and enhance …
Climate Philanthropy in Action: Youth Voices Echoing Through COP28
Climate philanthropy goes beyond charity, it is an investment in the planet we inherit and the legacy we leave behind. African youth are at the forefront in developing cutting-edge tactics for climate adaptation. They contribute …