In June 2022, the ICAAD team participated in the Pacific Climate Change Migration and Human Security Regional Dialogue held in Nadi, Fiji. The dialogue brought together civil society and non-state actors for the first two days and then invited the Pacific Islands...
The Special Rapporteur on climate change issued a call for input “Promotion and protection of human rights in the context of mitigation, adaptation, and financial actions to address climate change, with particular emphasis on loss and damage.” ICAAD responded....
Together with scientists, lawyers and climate activists from the Pacific, we have developed a new legal standard for what the “right to life with dignity” means in international law. We believe this can provide a more equitable framework for climate-displaced people. ...
We are honored to spotlight long-time Advisor and current Board Member, Laura Nohealani Emiko Toyofuku-Aki. Laura has been with ICAAD from the early days and has been instrumental in helping the organization grow over the years. Where are you based? I’m currently...
The climate crisis demands action from human rights advocates. As sea levels continue to rise and extreme weather patterns increase intensity and frequency, Pacific Island communities are on the frontlines of facing increasing violations of their human rights from...
We are excited to spotlight ICAAD volunteer, Acacia Prince-Pike. She is currently based out of Northland, Aotearoa New Zealand. Her background is in law and social work which has led her to work in many different areas from Indigenous rights, environmental protection,...
