Understanding Loss and Damage in Africa: Science, Policy Dimensions, and Mechanisms to Address Impacts

Date & Time: 2:00pm-3:30pm on July 4 2023 (East Africa Time)
Venue: Virtual (Zoom)
Registration: For English register here. For French register here.

This webinar aims to enhance knowledge and understanding of the science, policy dimensions, and mechanisms established to avert, minimize, and address loss and damage in the African region. The session will cover experiences in accessing technical support and identify the needs of African countries at the national level to further work on loss and damage.

The event will feature distinguished speakers and experts in the field. By participating in this event, you will be able to gain insights, discuss regional priorities, explore mechanisms, and contribute to shaping the future of addressing loss and damage in Africa.

There will be a limited number of participants, so make sure to book your place in advance!

Speakers:

• Mr. Richard Sherman (Co-Chair of the Transitional Committee, Member of the South African delegation, UNFCCC)
• Ms. Ana Vukoje (Associate Programme Officer, UNFCCC Secretariat)
• Ms. Adama Lewo Diakité (Assistant to the UNFCCC NFP, Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development, Guinea Republic)
• Prof. Mark New (Director, African Climate and Development Initiative)
• Mr. Samuel Chijioke Okorie (Research Coordinator, Loss & Damage Youth Coalition)
• Dr. Olufunso Somorin (Regional Principal Officer, African Development Bank)
• Mr. Malvern Chirume (Chief Underwriting Officer, African Risk Capacity)
• Dr. Alvin Chandra (Global Coordinator, Adaptation Policy and Partnerships, UNEP) Moderator
• Moderator: Dr Richard Munang,  Deputy Director for Africa,  UNEP 

For more information, contact Oscar.Ivanova@un.org