By Jessica Robbins | Communications Manager
Islands are on the frontline of climate change and already experiencing catastrophic impacts. A number of visionary island leaders have announced ambitious commitments to action to build sustainable communities. Seychelles, an isolated and pristine wonder of the world, is one of leader in climate change adaptation and is one of the first countries in the world to develop a plan to protect and manage its entire marine territory including conserving 50% of this enormous ocean area.
In December, world leaders will meet in Paris at the UN climate change meeting to negotiate a global agreement on climate change. The Global Island Partnership is supporting islands to take centre stage in Paris by showcasing island climate change adaptation solutions such as the Seychelles solution alongside other island solutions. Your contribution to us will help us to give islands a voice at this important climate change conference. Your contribution will be used to leverage funding from donor governments and private sector necessary for Seychelles protect 50% of its marine area.
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