By Dare Akogun
Azerbaijan’s “Health Service” Public Union has organised a global consultation meeting involving over 80 representatives from non-governmental organizations ( NGOs) specializing in ecology and healthcare, along with climate experts, universities, and think tanks across the world.
The event which was held online focusing on the theme “Civil society organizations’ engagement in COP29,” had participant from various countries including the U.S., Canada, Great Britain, Moldova, Russia, Albania, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nigeria, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Indonesia, and Chad.
Discussions during the meeting centered on preparations for the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), slated to be hosted in Azerbaijan later this year.
Executive Director of the “Health Service” Public Union, Parvana Valiyeva, in her remarks provided insights into the registration process and other essential aspects for NGO participation in COP29.
Kripa Dwarakanath, Technical Director at GHD, a multidisciplinary professional services network in the UK, delivered a presentation on COP28 outcomes and future prospects.
She emphasized the pivotal role of increased financial investments in sustainability to achieve nationally determined contributions (NDC).
In his remarks Uzodinma Adirieje Chief Executive Officer at Afrihealth Optonet Association (AHOA), a global think tank focusing on health and environmental issues, advocated for NGOs to unite under a single umbrella to bolster support for the lead-up to COP29.
The event also featured a promotional video showcasing Azerbaijan’s role in the upcoming COP29 conference.
