Global CSO Summit

Interactive Dialogs

CSO Summit

Following the engagement activities held from May 1st - 26th, this summit will serve as a culmination platform allowing CSOs to collectively address pressing issues facing their communities.

Empowering Change

It will emphasize the importance of promoting climate mitigation and adaptation through the intersection of gender equality, social justice and the empowerment of vulnerable groups within the context of sustainable development in SIDS.

Elevating Voices

The Summit will seek to amplify the voices of CSOs and marginalized communities, ensuring their perspectives are central to discussions surrounding policy formulation, resource allocation, and implementation strategies.

Fostering Resilience

By providing a space for knowledge-sharing, networking, and capacity-building, the Summit empowers CSOs to advocate for inclusive and equitable solutions tailored to the unique challenges faced by SIDS regions.

Unity in Action

CSOs will be able to leverage collective action and partnerships, facilitating the exchange of best practices and innovative approaches to address shared concerns such as climate change adaptation, sustainable livelihoods, and building resilience to external shocks.

SIDS4 Roadmap and Action Plan

Discussion on the pathway for CSOs over the next 10 years.

Structure Of The CSO Global Summit

The Global CSO Summit is divided into two segments.

Segment 1:

Plenary sessions to discuss the SIDS4 CSO Roadmap and Action Plan, and future of the SIDS4 CSO Coalition. The intention is to establish a continuous mechanism for SIDS CSOs to communicate and connect across the decade of actions.

Segment 2:

A networking opportunity for CSOs to connect with each other after the Global CSO Summit plenary sessions and post-conference Day 1.

Plenary Sessions And Speakers

Session 1: Actions and Commitments by Civil Society Towards an Inclusive Implementation of the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda for SIDS (ABAS)

Speakers:

Abi Begho, Lake Health and Wellbeing
Dr. Claire Nelson, Future Forum

Time: 45 minutes

Session 2: Curating Collaboration Among SIDS Civil Society - Post-Conference Connection

Speakers:

Terry Incetdi, CEDAW Committee of Trinidad and Tobago
Kat Byles, Adoptacoastline
Stephen Keppel, SDG Data Alliance

Time: 45 minutes

Session 3A: Sustainable Development in SIDS

Speakers:

Rebecca Theodore, IHO (need org)
Charlotte Hooijdonk, West Indies Sail Heritage Foundation Inc,
Marjorie Beazer, LEAD Center for PAJS (Public policy, Advocacy, Justice & Social change)

Time: 45 minutes

Session 3B: Sustainable Development in SIDS

Speakers:

Marver Woodley, Commonwealth Youth Climate Change Network
Tadzio Bervoets, Caribbean Biodiversity Fund
Stephen Rhoden, RHOA Energy (virtual)
Keisha Williams, WROC

Time: 45 minutes

Session 4: Gender Equality: Empowering Women & Girls

Speakers:

Dr. Nicola Bird - Suraleigh, Integrated Health Outreach
Crispin Swedi, GEF CSO Network
Anthea McLaughlin, Caribbean Philanthropic Alliance
Estephany Encarnacion, CIPAF
Carine Jocelyn, Haitian Women’s Collective

Time: 45 minutes

Session 5: Securing our Common Future, Youth and the Next Generation

Speakers:

Rosalea Hamilton, Caribbean Philanthropic Alliance
Shanna Challenger, Environmental Awareness Group
Tyreke Horsford, Black Boyz Foundation
Joshuanette Francis, Good Humans 268

Time: 45 minutes

Closing remarks

SIDS Regions:

Caribbean - CPDC Representative
Pacific - PIANGO Representative
AIS - Antonio Palazuelos, SYAH Cabo Verde SIDS Youth AIMS Hub

EF | GFW Partner:

EF Representative

IHO and the SIDS4 CSO Coalition Members :

Britney McDonald, IHO

Time: 15 minutes

Networking Session

Entertainment will take place, and you will have an opportunity to network with different CSOs. Musical performances that will set the tone for an unforgettable networking session.

Time: 7:30 - 9:30 PM

Duration: 90 minutes

The Global CSO Summit

Interactive Dialogs

CSO Summit

Empowering Change

Elevating Voices

Fostering Resilience

Unity in Action

SIDS4 Roadmap and Action Plan

Structure Of The CSO Global Summit

VIRTUAL REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Plenary Sessions And Speakers

Session 1: Actions and Commitments by Civil Society Towards an Inclusive Implementation of the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda for SIDS (ABAS)

Session 2: Curating Collaboration Among SIDS Civil Society - Post-Conference Connection

Session 3A: Sustainable Development in SIDS

Session 3B: Sustainable Development in SIDS

Session 4: Gender Equality: Empowering Women & Girls

Session 5: Securing our Common Future, Youth and the Next Generation

Closing remarks

Networking Session

Themes During The Summit

Environment, Climate Change, and Resource Sustainability

Environment, Climate Change, and Resource Sustainability

Environment, Climate Change, and Resource Sustainability

Gender Equality, Women’s Issues and Rights

Environment, Climate Change, and Resource Sustainability

Environment, Climate Change, and Resource Sustainability

Persons with Disabilities

Environment, Climate Change, and Resource Sustainability

Youth Empowerment and Vulnerable Populations

Youth Empowerment and Vulnerable Populations

Healthcare, Recovery Services, and Disaster Responsiveness

Youth Empowerment and Vulnerable Populations

Healthcare, Recovery Services, and Disaster Responsiveness

Healthcare, Recovery Services, and Disaster Responsiveness

Healthcare, Recovery Services, and Disaster Responsiveness

Education, Skills, Capacity Building

Healthcare, Recovery Services, and Disaster Responsiveness

Healthcare, Recovery Services, and Disaster Responsiveness

Finance and Access to Financial Vehicles

Creative Innovation and Economic Diversification

Finance and Access to Financial Vehicles

Technology, Infrastructure

Creative Innovation and Economic Diversification

Finance and Access to Financial Vehicles

Creative Innovation and Economic Diversification

Creative Innovation and Economic Diversification

Creative Innovation and Economic Diversification

Venue Location

Tradewinds Hotel Conference Room

SIDS4 Global CSO Summit

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