Faith Pavilion

The Faith Pavilion, under the banner of “Bringing Faith to the Climate Frontlines,” is a pioneering platform at COPs dedicated to exploring and amplifying the vital intersections between faith, justice, and environmental stewardship. Serving as both a coordination hub and gathering space, the Pavilion unites faith leaders, scholars, activists, and policymakers to inspire holistic and just climate action. Through powerful interfaith dialogue and collaborative initiatives, it seeks to bridge the moral and ecological imperatives of our time, catalyzing ambitious, compassionate, and effective responses to the climate crisis. The Pavilion underscores the essential role of spiritual and ethical values in driving sustainable and inclusive solutions for people and the planet.

We encourage you to visit the Faith Pavilion website for additional details and a schedule of events.

 

Beyond Material Loss: Exploring Non-Economic Impacts of Climate Change through Faith-based Perspective
13 November 2024, 10:30-12:00 (UTC+4)

In-person: Faith Pavilion
Sponsor: Franciscans International

 

Non-Economic Climate Impacts: Faith-Based Insights for a Loss and Damage Fund
15 November 2024, 11:30-13:00 (UTC+4)

In-person: Side Event 5
Sponsor: Dominicans for Justice and Peace, Franciscans International, World Council of Churches, The Lutheran World Federation, All Africa Conference of Churches, and Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University

Details: This event will examine the Loss and Damage Fund’s Role in supporting vulnerable communities with a human rights approach, highlighting the need to address both quantifiable and non-quantifiable impacts crucial for community well-being and resilience.

 

The Moral Imperative of Climate Finance: Addressing Ecological Debt in the Loss and Damage Era
16 November 2024, 16:30-18:00 (UTC+4)

In-person: Side Event 1

Sponsor: Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, Caritas Internationalis, Catholic Relief Services – United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund

Details: This event will explore the urgent moral call to reform climate finance, focusing on addressing ecological debt and the Loss and Damage era. Experts will discuss innovative financial reforms and the necessary modalities to support vulnerable communities for global climate justice.

 

From Policy to Practice: How faith actors can promote locally-led adaptation
16 November 2024, 16:45-18:15 (UTC+4)

In-person: Side Event 6
Sponsor: Maryknoll Sisters of Saint Dominic Inc., Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, World Conference of Religions for Peace, The Regeneration Project / Interfaith Power & Light, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the USA

Details: This event will bring together diverse stakeholders to delve into our gaps in adaptation. State actors and faith communities alike will share expertise about how to foster locally-led adaptation and encourage innovative sources of financing.

 

Faith and Justice in Ecological Transition
21 November 2024, 16:45-18:15 (UTC+4)

In-person: Side Event 6
Sponsor: UNANIMA International, VIVAT International, Society of Catholic Medical Missionaries, Laudato Si’ Movement, Congregation of Our Lady of Mount Carmel (Carmelite NGO), and Jeunesse Etudiante Catholique Internationale

Details: Presentation of alternatives for a genuinely just ecological transition as required by climate justice following Catholic Social Teaching, encompassing clear policy guidelines, technology transfer mechanisms, and capacity building: training, education, and social safeguards to support transitioning

 

In Solidarity for a Green World

 

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