United Nations ESCAP’s Post

The UN has issued a crucial 🚨 call to action 🚨 in response to the escalating threat of lethal climate-related heat, focusing on four critical areas: 💝 Care for the most vulnerable; 👷♀️ Protection of workers through rights-based occupational safety and health measures 🧬 Boosting the resilience of economies using data & science; and 🌡️ Limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C Being amidst this scale and urgency of the global climate crisis demands an augmented effort in promoting climate justice to tackle the gendered consequences of climate change and the drivers causing them. CARE contributes to this by global advocacy efforts amplifying key voices of local vulnerable communities we work with through context-based programming in locally-led adaptation and resilience, ecosystems and nature-based solutions, sustainable livelihoods, #genderequality, and #disasterrisk and #humanitarianaction.   Read more about the call to action at https://lnkd.in/duJnfmew Download the document at https://lnkd.in/g8puijvi Learn more about CARE's work on #ClimateJustice at www.careclimatechange.org

The #ClimateCrisis hits the most vulnerable hardest, making it crucial to address these issues to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Let's stay informed and support global efforts for a more sustainable and equitable future. #SustainableDevelopment #NoPoverty #UNEP #ClimateAction #SDGs

Climate change will increasingly threaten the social, economic and natural systems, thereby hindering progress towards achieving sustainable development. We need to ACT together

The Critical Link Between Health and Environment: Why It Matters 💡 The Critical Link Between Health and Environment: Why It Matters 💡 In today's rapidly changing world, the health of our communities and the environment are more interconnected than ever. At Sustainable Health and Environment (SHE), we believe in creating a future where these two vital aspects work harmoniously to promote overall well-being. Main Content: Environmental factors such as air quality, water pollution, and climate change directly impact public health. Poor air quality can lead to respiratory diseases, contaminated water can cause various infections, and climate change can increase the spread of infectious diseases. By addressing these environmental issues, we can significantly improve public health outcomes. SHE is dedicated to bridging the gap between public health and environmental sustainability. We aim to foster resilient, healthy communities through our innovative programs and community-focused initiatives. Join us in our mission to create a healthier, more sustainable world for everyone. UN Climate Change UNDPThe Global Fund USAID #Publichealth #UHC #Environment #ClimateAction

Climate change is not just an environmental issue—it's a critical health equity challenge. As temperatures rise and extreme weather events become more frequent, marginalized communities bear the brunt of these impacts. We must recognize that strengthening health systems and investing in our health workforce are key adaptations to climate change. Key Points to Consider: - Vulnerable Populations: Marginalized communities often have less access to resources and support during climate-related crises. - Health Systems Strengthening: Investing in resilient health systems is essential to protect those most affected. - Collaborative Solutions: Businesses and communities can co-create innovative solutions that address both climate change and health equity. - Policy Advocacy: Health equity should be at the forefront of climate change negotiations and policies. Together, we can build resilience, protect vulnerable populations, and create a more equitable and sustainable future. Let’s work collectively to address climate change while prioritizing health equity for all. #ClimateAction #HealthEquity #SustainableFuture #PublicHealth

After 18 months of negotiations and compromises, The Pact for the Future has been adopted by the member states of the United Nations with the intention to transform global governance and protect the needs of current and future generations. 🌍 https://buff.ly/4dgdsZd The Pact includes 5️⃣ 6️⃣ actions on issues including fostering peace and security, ending poverty and overcoming inequalities, tackling climate change and the protection of the planet, and turbo-charging action on the SDGs, including health SDG. Importantly it includes measures to respond to complex shocks including pandemics. There are many references to health across the Pact including acknowledgement of its role and impact on poverty and social cohesion. To move from aspiration to reality - action, coordination and investment in public services including in health will be critical. Read the Pact for the Future here ➡ https://lnkd.in/eMh5yemB  #HEALTogether #UHC #SummitoftheFuture

Women and girls disproportionately face the health impacts of climate change, yet their needs are too often overlooked in climate policy and financing. To advance equitable outcomes, climate responses must prioritize investments in women’s and girls’ health and livelihoods. At #COP29, join Population Services International, MSI Reproductive Choices, and the Margaret Pyke Trust for a side event, Funding at the Intersection of Climate and Health: Unlocking Investments for Women and Girls. This high-level session will present practical examples of government commitments, cross-sectoral policies, and financing mechanisms that integrate health and gender into climate adaptation and resilience strategies, ensuring no woman or girl is left behind. 📅 Date: Friday, November 15, 2024  🕒 Time: 16:45 - 18:15  📍 Location: Side Event 8 (Official Blue Zone)  #ClimateChange #HealthSystems #GlobalHealth #ClimateHealth #HealthEquity #SustainableHealth #PublicHealth 

Nearly half of the global population already live in areas highly vulnerable to climate change. We need immediate action to help them become more resilient – or we face dire consequences. In that context, the latest Action Report from the Collective MindS Climate x Health Council is an important milestone. The report provides an actionable framework to promote flexible and accessible financing for locally led adaptations that protect health, and I urge you to read it. #UNGAxRF #ClimateFinance

Aligning with the UN’s Global Goals on Climate Action & Health Equity, The UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) align perfectly with C2REST’s mission. As we explore climate change’s impact on respiratory health, our research is contributing to the global effort to achieve SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) and SDG 13 (Climate Action). By focusing on health equity, we aim to build a future where climate resilience and health go hand in hand. On UN Day, we celebrate international cooperation in addressing climate change and health. C²REST exemplifies this spirit, bringing together researchers, communities, and policymakers. #UNDay #GlobalHealth

The Agenda for Action presents eight key actions by 2030 that place people at the centre of climate action. Action #4: Amplify women's agency. Extreme weather and climate impacts increase the health safety risks for women, and human mobility can magnify existing inequalities between women and men. It is crucial to empower women with climate information, adaptive skills and social and legal protections to bolster their agency in decisions on climate adaptation and in climate mobility. Learn more in our African Shifts Report: https://lnkd.in/eVtG-n7D