VSO leads the charge for inclusive climate action at COP29

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The Conference of the Parties (COP) is the main decision-making body of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. It gathers member states to review climate progress, evaluate measures taken by countries, and develop strategies to meet global climate goals.

COP 29 was held in Azerbaijan in November 2024 and had as its central focus securing sufficient finance to address the impact of climate change.

Illustration of flooding — Illustration by Clarine, aged 15 from Kenya, depicting the impact of flooding on families.

Why is COP29 important to VSO?

COP29, called the "Finance COP," prioritises securing sufficient funding to address the impact of climate change. VSO advocates for equitable climate finance and involves youth and children in schools in adaptation planning. By showcasing inclusive approaches and supporting vulnerable groups, VSO works to ensure no one is left behind in the fight against climate change.

VSO at COP29

Illustration of pollution — Illustration by Fabricio, aged 19 from Bolivia, depicting COP29's central theme of securing finance to address the impact of climate change.

VSO collaborated with Child Fund, Allin Foundation, The Kenya Climate Change Working Group and the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance to co-create three impactful sessions:

Child-led visioning for climate-resilient schools
Youth innovating digital solutions for climate adaptation
Finance tracking

In partnership with ChildFund, VSO also hosted an exhibition titled 'Youth and Children’s Voices on Display.' This space showcased stunning artwork and heartfelt messages from young people involved in climate adaptation planning across schools and communities in Bangladesh, Pakistan, Malawi, Kenya, and beyond. Their voices come to life in a powerful film where children and youth share their fears and hopes for a sustainable future.

Watch our film 'Echoes of our land from the voices of the future'

Key achievements at COP29

Countries committed to tripling finance to developing countries to $300 billion US dollars annually by 2035.
Carbon Market Rules: Agreements on global regulations for carbon credits were made to fund initiatives like clean energy and reforestation.

Climate resilience at VSO

Find out more about VSO’s climate resilience programmes, and the work VSO is doing to help communities become more resilient to the effects of climate change.

Learn more about our climate resilience work

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