Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat Engagement Adviser, Henry Cocker, visited GIZ Pacific this morning to give the team there an introductory presentation on the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent. Vinaka Team GIZ.

👉Last month, 🇸🇧 Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management and Meteorology successfully convened the #MACBLUE National Steering Committee - to drive strategic initiatives for seagrass and mangroves in line with national priorities. #BlueCarbon #BluePacific

#PacificYouthsInAction was evident yesterday as youth networks convened for a talanoa session at GIZ Haus, marking #WorldOceansDay. From conservation to engagement strategies, it was a deep dive into ocean protection. Let's awaken new depths together! #BluePacific #SDG13

Happy #WorldOceansDay! 🌊 In PNG, we're excited to support awareness about seagrass ecosystems in the South Fly District. Meet Melinta Gabi, a female ranger from Sigabaru Village with her seagrass poster developed through the #MACBLUE project. #AwakenNewDepths #BlueCarbon

#ThursdaysInBlack I Fiji have one of the highest rates of Gender-Based violence in the world. Today and everyday, we strive to create a work environment that is inclusive and free from any form of violence and harassment. #EVAWG #StopTheViolence #HumanRightsMatters #GEDSI

#VANUATU I The second National Steering Committee (NSC) meeting for the Blue Carbon project was held at in Port Vila, Vanuatu earlier this month. A significant milestone was the decision to prioritise developing dedicated #mangrove regulations. Read more: rb.gy/0d2e40

This morning we pause to learn, unlearn and relearn on all things "Mental-Health". It was a time to self-reflect and re-think strategies and way forward for a healthy and thriving work environment. Vinaka Vakalevu to Dr Marilyn Cornelius for her insights and facilitations!

Celebrating World Mangrove Day: mangrove restoration with Ro Delainamako Primary School in #Fiji, part of the MACBLUE project. The project is jointly implemented by SPC's Digital Earth Pacific, GIZ Pacific & SPREP. Read more about the initiative: bit.ly/4ce2GCt

Kalokolevu Village united to plant #mangroves and commit to ongoing conservation efforts, recognising their vital role in combating #ClimateChange and protecting their coastal ecosystem Read more: pasifika.news/2024/08/kaloko…

In a significant milestone for climate action in the #Pacific, GIZ Pacific has officially handed over the management of the Regional Pacific NDC Hub to the @spc_cp during the Focal Point meeting held at #SPREP for their 14 Member Countries. More 🔗tinyurl.com/yc6p4x37

#ThursdaysInBlack I Did you know, violence can be preventable? 🫶Every Thursday our staff joins the global #ThursdaysInBlack movement wearing black to stand in solidarity with victims and/or survivors of #GenderBasedViolence. ➡️If you need to talk,📞1560 #StopTheViolence

📢#OpportunityAlert I 𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐑𝐔𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆! 📝We are currently recruiting for a highly motivated candidate for the position of 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫 - 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 to be based in PNG. 📢For further information, please visit: bitly.cx/qOMHi

🇲🇭 #MarshallIslands | This week, for our #ThursdaysInBlack campaign, we put a spotlight on the importance of consent. ✅ Consent must be freely and voluntary given. SILENCE IS NOT CONSENT! ✅️ Consent can also be reversed, and NO MEANS NO! #EVAWG #StopTheViolence