Warsaw International Mechanism TFD - Moving Forward Together: Averting, Minimizing and Addressing Displacement - The Second Phase of the Task Force on Displacement
This official side-event at UNFCCC COP25 marks the launch of the second phase of the Task Force on Displacement of the Warsaw International Mechanism on Loss and Damage, presents the new Plan of Action and provides a sample of activities being implemented at the global, regional and national level. It will highlight the significance of the recommendations welcomed by COP24 and how the Task Force on Displacement will seek to support their implementation, including how these recommendations can lead to solutions to some of the key challenges of displacement related to the adverse effects of climate change. In doing so, the side event aims to generate support for the work of the Task Force, and stimulate a discussion on what needs to be done for enhanced action and support at the sub-national, national, regional and international levels.
The main objective of the side event is to mark the launch of the second phase of the Task Force on Displacement, present the new Plan of Action and provide a sample of activities being implemented at the global, regional and national level. This includes taking stock and presenting evidence and data on displacement and displacement risk related to the adverse effects of climate change, sharing of effective practices on integrated approaches, disseminate relevant tools and guidelines. The side event is also an opportunity to provide updates on relevant policy development at global, regional and national levels.
The side event will highlight the significance of the recommendations welcomed by COP24 and how the Task Force on Displacement will seek to support their implementation, including how these recommendations can lead to solutions to some of the key challenges of displacement related to the adverse effects of climate change. In doing so, the side event aims to generate support for the work of the Task Force, and stimulate a discussion on what needs to be done for enhanced action and support at the sub-national, national, regional and international levels.
Tackling the enormous challenges related to disaster displacement also begins by making it visible. Thus, this side event will showcase artwork and include a segment with the Winner of the 2019 COAL (Coalition for Art and Sustainable Development) Prize. This year’s edition of the Prize called artists from around the world to address displacement related to disasters and climate change though their art.