Originally published in Foreign Policy in Focus. By: Katharina Rall The signing ceremony at the United Nations this week for the climate deal brokered in Paris last year will be a moment of truth. Already, more than 130 governments, including the United States and China, have promised to be here. But what will really count … Continued

Republished from the Interfaith Climate Change Statement Photo: The Interfaith Climate Change Statement to World Leaders was officially handed over to H.E. Mogens Lykketoft, President of the UN General Assembly at the UN Church Centre, April 18th 2016. Credit. Paul Hunt/ WCC ADD YOUR NAME & SUPPORT TO THE INTERFAITH CLIMATE CHANGE STATEMENT TO WORLD … Continued

Republished from Asia Pacific Forum on Women, Law, and Development Several governments have been arguing that we are living in a different world where historical inequalities between countries are disappearing. They suggest that the principle of ‘Common but Differentiated Responsibilities’ needs to be reviewed with actions and finance not based on historical responsibility (or climate … Continued

Originally published by ATD Quart Monde Une prise de conscience universelle sans précédent, mais la vigilance s’impose sur le sort des plus vulnérables L’accord climat conclu à la COP21 marque un pas important dans la lutte contre le changement climatique. ATD Quart Monde salue l’objectif commun aux 195 États de contenir l’élévation de la température … Continued

Republished from US News By Joseph Amon The climate change agreement negotiated last week in Paris is an important milestone. It’s not perfect, and it doesn’t automatically put us on a path to success. But it’s a critical step forward. International agreements can do certain things. For example, they reflect a shared understanding. One hundred … Continued

10:00-10:30 Press conference (Le Bourget, Hall 5, Press Room 2) Hosted by Office of the High Commissioner on Human Rights   11:00-12:30 Side event: Fight climate change, eradicate poverty and ensure access to rights—The challenge of a truly just transition (Espace Générations Climat, Room 4) Hosted by Secours Catholique – Caritas France and ATD Quart Monde … Continued

Republished from ATD Fourth World Photo from ATD Fourth World An unprecedented global wake-up call — but vigilance is needed for the most vulnerable people The Paris Climate Agreement reached at COP 21 marks a major step forward in the fight against climate change. ATD Fourth World salutes the common objective adopted by 195 nations … Continued