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Climate action under the NWP
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What will governments consider in the upcoming climate negotiations under the NWP?
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At SBSTA 46, governments will consider progress and how to further support action on adaptation under the NWP in the thematic areas of health, ecosystems and water resources, and human settlements. Governments will also discuss ways to improve the effectiveness of the Focal Point Forum.
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Join the LAKI side-event discussion on how to close adaptation knowledge gaps
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On 13 May, the side-event will present the progress of the Lima Adaptation Knowledge Initiative (LAKI) with a focus on the Hindu Kush Himalayan subregion, and discuss the modalities, challenges and opportunities for closing knowledge gaps that hinder adaptation action worldwide.
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Take part in the joint side event on ecosystems and adaptation in the context of NAPs
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On May 15, the side-event organized with the Least Developed Countries Expert Group (LEG) and members of Friends of Ecosystem-based Adaptation will focus on: building climate resilience of ecosystems; and facilitating the integration of ecosystem-based adaptation approaches in national adaptation plans (NAPs).
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Would you like to provide further support to countries in the context of the national adaptation plans?
By 20 September 2017: Economic diversification. >>>
By 20 September 2017: Indicators of adaptation and resilience. >>>
By 20 September 2017: Human settlements. >>>
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Participate in the joint special event of the AC and the LEG
On 12 May, the Adaptation Committee (AC) and the LEG will seek feedback from participants on the work on adaptation support they undertook for the conference of the Parties serving as the meeting of the Parties to the Paris Agreement (CMA).
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Join the technical expert meeting on adaptation
On 16-17 May, share ideas through innovative communication tools, breakout groups and panel discussions on how to integrate climate change adaptation with the Sustainable Development Goals and the Sendai Framework on Disaster Risk Reduction.
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Take part in the regional NAP expo in Uganda
On 28 June, the LEG will convene a regional NAP Expo in Uganda, in conjunction with the 11th International Conference on Community-based Adaptation. It will bring together government officials and the civil society to discuss how to best engage all stakeholders in the context of NAPs.
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Save-the-date: 32nd meeting of the LEG
On 16-18 August, the LEG will hold its 32nd meeting in Haiti. The meeting will review the implementation of the LEG work programme for 2017-2018, including ways to further enhance collaboration with other bodies and workstreams under the UNFCCC.
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Participate in Open NAP case studies
The LEG is conducting Open NAP case studies with countries and interested organizations to support the work on NAPs, with an initial focus on Bhutan, Madagascar, Malawi, Niger and Tuvalu. NWP partner
organizations are welcome to share country specific data, assessments and adaptation solutions.
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Share your expertise on vulnerable communities, groups and ecosystems
The LEG is currently developing technical material on strengthening consideration of vulnerable communities, groups and ecosystems in NAPs, and on regional approaches to adaptation planning and implementation. NWP partner organizations are welcome to engage.
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Looking for further opportunities to support countries in the context of NAPs? Share information to support the LEG regional workshops!
Share information on best available assessment tools and adaptation solutions for a variety of sectors or systems, and help the LEG prepare for the following regional workshops:
From 10 to 16 June: Asia region >>>
From10 to 13 July: Pacific region >>>
From 31 July to 3 August: Francophone Africa >>>
From 21 to 23 August: South and Central America >>>
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Participate in the 9th meeting of the Research Dialogue
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On 10 May, the meeting will focus on: regional climate research data and information, and gaps; and on science to take stock and assess progress on mitigation. The meeting will be preceded by a poster session to facilitate a dialogue between experts and country delegates.
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The multi-stakeholder dialogue will take place on 16-17 May to discuss the purpose, content and structure of the platform. The Chair of the SBSTA and a representative of indigenous peoples organizations will co-moderate the dialogue.
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Always wanted your organization to participate in UNFCCC meetings and never knew how? Find out now!
Organizations need to be admitted as observers by the Conference of Parties of the UNFCCC to attend a UNFCCC session or meeting. Observers also have the opportunity to apply for a side event or an exhibit at sessions and join one of the Constituency networks. Applications for admission can be completed online >>>
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aLatest news from NWP partner organizations
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Since the release of the December 2016 edition of the eUpdate, the following 8 organizations have joined the NWP as new partners:
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Adivasi yuva seva sangha - AYUSH
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Adivasi yuva seva sangh is a non-governemntal organization that supports tribal empowerment in India, through the promotion of tribal cultural heritage (e.g. art, handicrafts, music, medicines), knowledge and skill sharing for the professional development of tribal youth, as well as natural resources preservation.
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Boticario Group Foundation for Nature Protection
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The Boticario group foundation has supported more than 1500 initiatives for nature conservation in Brazil since 1990. The Foundation has been promoting nature conservation and ecosystem-based adaptation, including in the elaboration of Brazil's national adaptation plan.
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Centre for climate change and research of BRAC university
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The Centre carries a wide variety of research in the fields of climate change, including on sea level rise and storm surge modelling, integrated adaptation planning, economics of adaptation, comprehensive disaster management, gender and climate-induced migration.
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JAGO NARI - fighting for women empowerment
JAGO NARI is a non-governmental organization that supports disadvantaged and deprived women and children in the urban and rural settings of Bangladesh, through protection, education, healthcare, skills training, socio-economic development and participation in decisions that affect their lives.
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MANTA sail training center
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MANTA sail training center is Vietnam's first official sailing school. One of its objective is to take Vietnamese fishermen off overfishing into watersports (using their existing ocean skills), so as to provide an alternative source of income and help grow marine stocks.
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The Mountain Institute is an international non-governmental organization that addresses the challenges faced by remote mountain communities and the fragile environments that surround them. Its work includes building the climate resilience of remote communities in the Peruvian Andes.
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At Natural Resources Canada, the Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation Division leads the development of collaborative, national and sectoral science assessments that present the latest knowledge on climate change impacts and adaptation for Canadians.
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Network of regional governments for sustainable development
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In line with the SBSTA 44 mandate, those organizations joining the NWP contributed to developing new partnerships with local governments, the private sector, scientific organizations, academia, and organizations representing indigenous and traditional communities.
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Would you like to share news from your organization in the next edition of the eUpdate? Contact us!
The NWP invites partners to share information on upcoming adaptation events and/or publications to be featured in the next eUpdate. Please contact us at [email protected]
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Join the Adaptation Exchange to keep track of the latest adaptation news, stories, successes and challenges, as well as share information on your own adaptation actions.
  
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