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Climate Diplomacy Week: EU steps up international cooperation on climate change

Climate Diplomacy Week is a time, where EU Delegations around the world reach out to communities and partner organisations, highlighting positive global action and collaboration on climate change. The Paris Agreement on climate change, signed in 2015, sets out an action plan to put the world on track to avoid…...

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Canada announces support to Global Environment Facility to advance climate action in developing countries

Developing countries constantly face the destabilizing effects of climate change, with women and children facing disproportionate challenges. Collaboration and partnerships between governments, global institutions, non-governmental and local organizations, as well as the private sector are key to moving forward on climate action. Canada is committed to these efforts to empower…...

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GCF and GEF harmonise steps to follow developing country lead in climate finance

The Green Climate Fund (GCF) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) agreed on Tuesday to take joint steps to improve climate finance flows to best meet the needs of developing countries in tackling the global climate challenge. The heads of the two organizations, GCF Executive Director Howard Bamsey and the…...

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New GEF work program to benefit most vulnerable countries

Local communities in Africa will be helped to preserve their tropical rainforests, the world’s second smallest nation will be assisted in switching from fossil fuels to renewable energy and 13 governments will be supported in preparing reports on the progress they are making to combat climate change, through projects approved…...

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RAISING FUNDS FOR CHARITY – HOW?

It’s not as bad as it sounds. The spirit of giving is still out there even with the current global economic climate. All it takes is creativity, determination and a support. Depending on your cause and organization, you can raise funds by doing the following: 1. The traditional proposal writing…...

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GIVING BACK TO YOUR AFRICAN COMMUNITY

There is always something that needs to be done or improved upon in our various African communities. Giving money during various functions isn’t the only way to create a positive impact or change in your community. Many communities lack basic amenities for survival. This had led to a lot of…...

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MOBILIZING FUNDS FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION OR PROJECT

Gone are the days you sit at your desk and write an application asking for support from a donor and they immediately give you consideration. Since the economic downturn a few years back, the funding environment has experienced stiff competition for support. Many non-profit organizations have sprung up and competition…...

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