Navigating Resilience: Climate Challenges in Small Islands and Developing States

In this webinar, we will delve into the unique climate challenges faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS) and explore innovative approaches, successful adaptation measures, and best practices in building resilience within these communities. Moderator: • Katherine Lester, Head of Office - UN Resident Coordinator Office for the UAE Lead Presentation: • Sefanaia Nawadra, Director General - Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) Commentary: • Andie Fong Toy, Head - Subregional Office for the Pacific - United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) • Simona Anamaria Marinescu, UN Resident Coordinator for Samoa, Cook Islands, Niue, Tokelau • Basmah AlMayman, Regional Director for the Middle East - United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)

This webinar is also part of the 28-for-28 Event Series by the United Nations in UAE to engage with the public on topics related to climate ahead of the Climate Change Conference (COP28).