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We are excited to announce the African Activists for Climate Justice (AACJ) 3rd edition of the Global Coordination Meeting (GCM), set to take place from the 24th to the 26th of February 2025, at the Garden Court, Milpark Hotel in Johannesburg. This is a key event on the consortium’s calendar, which brings together key stakeholders, activists, and leaders from across Africa to reflect on the progress made through the AACJ Project and to chart a sustainable path forward.
Since its inception in 2021, the AACJ Project has made remarkable strides in advocating for climate justice across the continent. By harnessing African narratives and fostering collaboration between the Global South and North, AACJ has influenced policies at various levels and demonstrated the tangible benefits of locally led climate initiatives.
With the project now in its final implementation phase, the 2025 GCM will serve as a strategic platform to evaluate progress, showcase key milestones, and map a sustainability framework that ensures the lasting impact of AACJ’s efforts. The discussions will focus on data-driven insights, qualitative reflections, and policy influence strategies that will shape the next steps in climate justice advocacy.
Event Theme: Powering Pathways for Sustainable Climate Actions
This year’s event is being held under the theme “Powering Pathways for Sustainable Climate Actions,” The theme underscores the consortium’s commitment to not only celebrate its achievements but also to strategize for the future. The GCM will showcase the four-year progress and impact of AACJ, utilizing both qualitative insights and quantitative data. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in discussions focused on our sustainability framework, policy influencing strategies, and the critical role of North-South cooperation in driving climate justice.
What to Expect
The AACJ 2025 Global Coordination Meeting is not just about reflection, but it is about action. As we assess our impact and plan for the future, this convening will serve as a crucial milestone in ensuring that African voices continue to lead climate justice efforts beyond AACJ’s project lifecycle.
The three-day gathering will feature a rich agenda, including:
- Panel Discussions: Delegates will hear and learn from experts and leaders as they explore collaborative approaches to sustainability and Southern-led leadership in climate justice.
- Data-Driven Presentations: This is the platform to gain insights into AACJ’s achievements through a thorough review of key performance indicators and impact metrics.
- Interactive Sessions: Program will allow reflective discussions that highlight lessons learned, challenges faced, and opportunities for future growth.
Key Outcomes
By the end of the meeting, AACJ aims to have:
- A Strategic Roadmap for achieving AACJ’s targets by project completion.
- A Refined Sustainability Framework and exit strategy to ensure lasting impact.
- A Policy Influencing Action Plan ahead of the upcoming NDC Review.
- A comprehensive roadmap for scaling Southern-led leadership beyond AACJ’s lifecycle.
Who Will Be There?
The meeting will convene AACJ Project Leads, Country Leads, MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) Consortium Leads, Advocacy Consortium Leads, Finance Consortium Leads, Project Management Unit (PMU) staff, PGG Members, and representatives from the Embassy of the Netherlands in South Africa and the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Together, these stakeholders will engage in dynamic discussions, participatory sessions, and collaborative strategy development to ensure climate justice remains a lasting priority for Africa.
Follow the conversation!
The consortium’s Communications Workstream is well prepared to bring out the discussions from this meeting to the broader climate justice community across the globe. As such, the Consortium’s Program Management Unit will be share live updates via the AACJ Twitter handle @aacjinaction. How about you follow us today. More updates are also going to be shared via this website
Let’s come together to power sustainable pathways for climate action and ensure a resilient future for our communities! Together, we will continue to empower local communities and strengthen the movement for climate justice across Africa.
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Story written by Jephiter Tsamwi