Loss & Damage Finance

In this episode, we’ll examine key moments from 2024, including the ongoing review of the Warsaw International Mechanism and the Loss and Damage Fund. We'll discuss how these efforts are reshaping the global response to climate impacts and the lessons learned that will help guide our work in 2025. Joining us are two incredible guests: Samuel Okorie, Research Coordinator for the Loss and Damage Youth Coalition, and Lamis El Khatieb, an Environmental Urban Planner and also Research Coordinator for the Coalition. Together, we’ll explore the past, present, and future of climate justice and the pathways toward meaningful action in a rapidly changing world. Through this conversation, we’ll reflect on the role of climate finance, the evolving needs of vulnerable communities, and the emerging solutions that hold promise for those most affected by climate change. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to the podcast, we invite you to engage with us as we discuss how we can collectively rise above loss, drive systemic change, and create a more resilient future. Stay tuned for more insights and ideas for action as we journey from 2024 to 2025, and remember—every step forward counts in the fight for climate justice.

In this episode of the Loss and Damage Podcast, we’re diving deep into the climate crisis through the eyes of young leaders driving change. As the world gears up for Conference of Parties 29 (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, youth from across the globe are uniting to demand urgent action on loss and damage. From calls for funding accessibility to supporting and amplifying youth-led solutions, youth are challenging policymakers to respond now and with real impact. Join us as we speak with two youth leaders—Nicolas Gaulin, Global Coordinator of the Loss & Damage Youth Coalition, and Thato Angelina Gabaitse, a climate advocate and entrepreneur—about youth bold COP29 demands, the transformative role of youth in climate policy, and their vision for our collective future Whether you're passionate about climate justice or looking to learn more, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration. Tune in now and discover how youth voices are shaping the future of climate action.

In this episode of the Loss and Damage Podcast, we’re turning our focus to one of the most critical issues at the forefront of global environmental discussions: biodiversity loss. As the 16th UN Biodiversity Conference in Cali, Colombia takes place, the urgency of implementing and financing the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) has never been clearer. This international agreement holds the potential to reshape how we address biodiversity loss on a global scale, standing alongside the Paris Agreement in terms of its importance for the future of our planet. Our guest, Joyce Koech, a climate justice activist and co-founder of the Blue Earth Organisation, brings invaluable insights into the crucial role of biodiversity conservation. Joyce's work in mangrove restoration, where she has helped plant over 30,000 mangrove seedlings, offers a powerful example of community-led action for environmental restoration. She will share her experiences addressing biodiversity loss, how Indigenous knowledge is integral to effective conservation, and the challenges and opportunities surrounding funding for biodiversity efforts. Join us as we unpack the pressing threats to biodiversity—ranging from climate change and habitat destruction to pollution—and explore solutions to preserve ecosystems for future generations. Whether you're a climate advocate, environmental enthusiast, or simply want to understand how biodiversity and climate change intersect, this episode offers essential perspectives and action-oriented insights.

In this episode of the Loss and Damage Podcast, we dive into the realities of climate change in The Caribbean, a region grappling with the severe impacts of loss and damage. Join us as we speak with Tristan Ward. Tristan Ward is a youth climate advocate and development professional from the Caribbean island of Barbados. He has experience working with international agencies like UNDP, FAO and UNICEF and has been a member and supported the work of youth groups like the Caribbean Youth Environment Network, the Loss and Damage Youth Coalition and YOUNGO Tune in for an inspiring conversation on the urgent need for action in the face of adversity

In this episode of the Loss and Damage Podcast, we dive into the realities of climate change in Latin America, a region grappling with the severe impacts of loss and damage. Join us as we speak with Xiomara Acevedo Navarro, a prominent climate advocate, who shares her personal journey into activism and offers insightful perspectives on how climate change is affecting communities across the region. We discuss the role of wealthier nations in supporting climate action, the importance of climate finance, and the sustainable future that is possible with global cooperation. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on the urgent need for resilience and action in the face of adversity

In this episode, we dive deep into the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) on climate finance, exploring how it differs from the previous $100 billion target. Discover the key components of this ambitious new goal and how it aims to drive positive change in vulnerable communities. We’ll also tackle the current challenges in implementing the NCQG and what it means for communities around the globe. Join our expert guests as they shed light on these critical issues and discuss the future of climate finance. Tune in to understand: - How the NCQG improves upon the $100 billion goal. - The core elements of this new climate finance target. - Its potential impact on vulnerable communities. - Current obstacles in setting up the goal. Speaker: - [Mamadou Sylla], He is an environmental activist from Senegal and a member of ASAN, a non-government organisation, working on protecting nature and promoting sustainable tourism. Founding member and President of Naturefriends UGB in 2019, the local branch of ASAN at Gaston Berger University, He is currently serving as an advocacy coordinator for the Loss and Damage Youth Coalition. - [Eva Peace], She is an Environmentalist and co-founder of the LDYC where she serves as the coordinator of the training working group. Eva is also the Co-coordinator of the L&DC’s finance working group and the Finance Officer of The Green Protector. Listen Now to get informed and inspired about the future of climate finance!

The Loss and Damage Youth Coalition has published the Global Youth Demands on Loss & Damage for the 60th Session of the UNFCCC Subsidiary Bodies, highlighting the expectations and demands of youth globally. Our guests - Lamis El Khatieb, who coordinates LDYC’s research working group, and Mamadou Sylla, who coordinates LDYC's advocacy working group - explored the significant topic of addressing loss and damage and its implications for the future, as well as the active role that young people are playing in shaping climate policies on a global scale.

This episode focused on the devastating floods in Indonesia. The communities in this country have been severely impacted by floods, causing loss of life, property damage, and displacement. The guest speaker is Nurul Habaib Al Mukarramah from Indonesia Nurul Habaib Al Mukarramah completely her bachelor of Law from Hasanuddin University Faculty of Law (specializing in international environmental law) and an alumnus of University of Glasgow Visiting Study Programme 2021 through the Indonesia International Student Mobility Awards (IISMA). With 3+ years of experience in environmental and climate change law, she has demonstrated her commitment to writing, speaking, and acting for the climate as a trainer, ambassador, seminar organizer, and participant in international, national, and domestic fora. She shared her personal experience and insights on how these floods have affected the people of Indonesia and what can be done to support them in their recovery efforts.

The episode focuses on the devastating impact of floods on communities in Pakistan. It delved deep into the stories and experiences of those directly impacted by these disasters, exploring the emotional, social, and economic effects of flooding. It promises to be an eye-opening and thought-provoking discussion that will inspire us all to take action and work towards a better future for all. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the detailed and insightful conversation.

This episode features Samuel Okorie a prolific youth with vast experience on the subject of Loss and Damage. It covers the establishment, achievements, and future outlook of the Santiago Network on Loss and Damage whose vision is to catalyze the technical assistance of relevant organizations, bodies, networks and experts, for the implementation of relevant approaches for averting, minimize and addressing L&D at the local, national and regional level, in developing countries that are particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change.

In this episode, we delve into a simplified explanation of the Warsaw International Mechanism on Loss and Damage, empowering youths and activists with a clear understanding to bolster their advocacy efforts. The WIM serves as a cornerstone in shaping strategies to tackle Loss and Damage within the United Nations Framework Convention, thus making it an indispensable component of the ongoing discourse on this critical issue.

In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting two special guests, Ineza Umuhoza Grace and Hemavathi Shekhar, members of the Loss and Damage Youth Grant Council. The council provides grants to youth-led organisations to address Loss and Damage from climate change in their communities. Our guests shared their insights on the work of the council, its role in promoting youth-led climate action, and its latest $250,000 grant cycle. We are thrilled to have them and hope that their experiences will inspire and empower you to take action in their own communities.

In this compelling episode, we sat down with BONIFACE OKELLO OJAS and Twongirwe Ireen, two remarkable changemakers deeply entrenched in grassroots efforts to combat loss and damage caused by climate change in their communities. As recipients of the prestigious $150,000 Climate Justice Resilience Fund Grant, facilitated by the Loss and Damage Youth Grantmaking Council, their work stands as a testament to resilience and dedication. Through their commitment, BONIFACE OKELLO OJAS and Twongirwe Ireen have spearheaded impactful initiatives aimed at mitigating the devastating effects of climate-related disasters locally. Join us as we delve into their inspiring journeys, exploring the hurdles they've overcome, the triumphs they've celebrated, and the invaluable insights they've gained along the way.

This engaging podcast episode dives into the impact of loss and damage on Agriculture. In this episode, your hosts are Enock Kavai from Kenya and Zwansuun Daloeng from Nigeria. During this episode, Wangari Kuria a Global Citizen winner and founder of Farmer on Fire address crucial questions that underscores loss and damage from the agricultural lens. She answered key questions such as: What does "Loss and Damage" mean to you personally? Can you share specific examples or experiences where you've observed Loss and Damage, particularly in agriculture? Can you highlight any challenges or consequences farmers or agricultural communities face from Loss and Damage? In your opinion, how can financial support specifically alleviate the impacts of Loss and Damage in agriculture? What actions, policies, or initiatives do you believe are crucial for addressing the broader climate crisis, and how do they contribute to ensuring and increasing agricultural yield?  How can communities, particularly those involved in agriculture, be better engaged in discussions and actions related to Loss and Damage? Wangari Kuria, a visionary thought leader in the African agricultural and agribusiness landscape, has embarked on a transformative journey to address pressing challenges and unlock the potential of this vital sector. Driven by her passion for sustainable growth and positive impact, Wangari has established herself as the voice of influence for agriculture in Africa.  Wangari Kuria is the Founder and CEO of Farmer on Fire Ltd. An organization based in Nairobi, Kenya, which provides capacity building for smallholder farmers across Africa. She recently won the continental prize of 40 under forty Africa in South Africa and the Global Citizen prize in New York for her work in Agriculture and efforts of policy, economic empowerment, food security, and routes to markets for produce in Kenya and Africa at large She is a multi-published author and is currently doing her Phd in Agriculture and Climate Change at the University of Edinburgh. Wangari is looking for partnership efforts in line with increasing commercial Food Security efforts and agritech in Africa.

This engaging podcast episode dives into the inspiring stories of young climate activists from across Latin America and the Caribbean region. In this episode, your hosts are Enock Kavai from Kenya and Zwansuun Daloeng from Nigeria Our featured speakers for this episode, Selita Pulini from the pacific and Towrin Zaman from Bangladesh shared their remarkable journeys in the field of climate action. Selita Pulini Tikoibua is the Pacific Coordinator for LDYC, a lawyer by profession, and an advocate for loss and damage within the Pacific Region. She integrates her legal expertise in the climate space and collaborates with the Pacific CSO network and grassroots communities, especially Youths, in addressing Climate Change Loss and Damage and any issues that CSOs or communities may need assistance with, either climate-related or otherwise. Selita is also an Environmental Human Rights Defender. She engages with OHCHR in the Pacific to amplify issues encompassing breaches of Environmental human rights or just Human Rights in general. Selita is very passionate about working closely with various communities within the Pacific Region, hoping to assist them in any way possible and as much as possible. Towrin Zaman Raya works as a researcher at the International Center for Climate Change & Development (ICCCAD). Her primary area of work focuses on the intersectionality between financing adaptation and loss & damage and the nexus between them with locally-led action. She has also been following the Transitional Committee on the operationalization of loss and damage finance as a civil society observer

This episodes will you understand climate change from the lens of youths in the Caribbean and Latin America and the Caribbean LAC. It was recorded during the LAC climate week is one of four regional Climate Weeks will be held this year to build momentum ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference COP28 in Dubai and the conclusion of the first global stocktake, designed to chart the way for fulfilling the Paris Agreement's key goals.

This engaging podcast episode dives into the inspiring stories of young climate activists from across MENA region. In this episode, your hosts are Enock Kavai from Kenya and Zwansuun Daloeng from Nigeria Our featured speakers for this episode, Dr. Ibrahim Abdullah from The Syrian Arabic Republic and Rami Al Najada from the United Arab Emirates, shared their remarkable journeys in the field of climate action. Dr. Ibrahim Abdullah, a pharmacist and social researcher, has dedicated the past five years to the field of climate change. He is an active member of YOUNGO Ocean Voice, a UNFCCC working group, and has worked with various organizations in climate action. Dr. Abdullah has also published research on gender-based violence and domestic violence, shedding light on crucial societal issues. He's a passionate advocate for his country's concerns and has shared his insights at international conferences. Rami Al Najada, a Bachelor of Science with Honors in Sustainable and Renewable Energy Engineering, is an engineer with a focus on solar energy and green hydrogen industries. Rami's expertise spans renewable energy policy, sustainability, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He is a certified peer educator, active in the IRENA Youth Network, and has extensive experience in hydrogen production technologies and alternative energy solutions. Rami has won numerous competitions and has been recognized as a young energy leader.

Climate migration is the movement of people from one area to another due to impacts related to environmental change and climate change such as drought, and storms. Climate migrants are individuals who are forced to leave their usual homes or choose to do so, either temporarily or permanently, and who move either within their country or abroad, typically due to environmental factors that adversely affect their lives or living conditions. Currently, there are no laws in place that protect them as they are not even legally recognized. They have no legal recourse when disaster strikes. You can follow Gabriela on her Twitter @gabrielanagle

The Loss and Damage Youth Coalition (LDYC), have put forward a demand for loss and damage financing. We want to ensure that the crucial climate crisis, loss, and damage will be addressed at COP27 through the adoption of long-term decisions for concrete, concerted efforts. Visit our website https://ldyouth.org/

Episode 2- Shraddha takes us on a journey to understanding climate finance, loss and damage and how it can be achieved. Guest's Bio Shraddha Nair is a professional energy strategist and policy consultant with over 4 years of work experience in creating growth strategies, managing projects and clients internationally, and working on project appraisals in the energy market, economic and financial modelling, and energy politics and environmental impact assessments. She is adept in the field of finance and economics, business strategy, global energy and climate policies and sustainability. She is also an active member of the Climate Finance & NDC working groups within YOUNGO and head of policy at Young Women in Sustainable Development. She aids start-ups across the globe to march into a new sustainable world focusing on just transition.