The UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP) takes place annually, bringing together global leaders to drive forward climate action. This year, COP29 will be held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 11-22 November 2024.
COP29 is a crucial platform for Humana People to People to advocate for stronger climate action and showcase its vital contributions in advancing climate action. Our organisation tackles climate change by putting frontline communities in the Global South at the center, ensuring that local climate resilience and adaptation are prioritized. Additionally, Humana advances global efforts through the promotion of a circular textile economy through waste management and sustainable practices, highlighting the importance of inclusive, community-driven solutions in addressing the global climate crisis.
At COP29, Humana People to People will advocate for policies and actions that priotitize local knowledge and action as central to climate resilience strategies enhancing the adaptability of smallholder farming, forestry, and rural economies. By focusing on community-driven approaches, Humana empowers people to build their capacity through initiatives addressing water security, climate-smart agriculture, reforestation, and economic diversification, among others. These efforts strengthen resilience and improve the socio-economic conditions of those most impacted by climate change, ensuring solutions are inclusive, sustainable, and rooted in local realities.
Furthermore, Humana People to People will advocate at COP29 for a strong of a circular textile economy, highlighting the essential role of an effective global textile reuse chain in meeting climate goals. In addition to raising funds for our development projects, our second-hand clothing operations contributes to optimizing resource efficiency by extending garment life, reducing the need for new production, removing clothing from waste streams. This not only lowers CO₂ emissions but also creates green jobs and provides affordable second-hand clothing to communities worldwide.
November 18-19, 2024
Blue Zone, Booth 14
Our work addresses the triple planetary crises of climate change, biodiversity loss and environmental pollution. We tackle climate change by partnering with frontline communities in the Global South to bolster local climate resilience and adaptation, while also promoting a circular textile economy through waste management and sustainable practices globally.
Meet us at our booth on November 18 and 19 to learn more about Humana People to People and our work.
November 20, 11:30 (GMT +4),
WTO | Trade & Investment House, Blue Zone, B4
Jesper Wohlert, Director European Partnerships at Humana People to People will be speaking at a circular economy panel organised by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and UN Environment Programme (UNEP).
The session will explore trade policy solutions to decarbonize textile value chains, addressing both new and second-hand garments, and how governments are responding to the fast fashion trend with policies aimed at reducing environmental harm while promoting sustainable development in this industry.
Don’t miss out! More details here.
November 19, 12:00h (GMT +4),
Share Hub Pavilion, Blue Zone, G13
The discussion will focus on experiences from community-led projects that emphasize climate adaptation and sustainable development. ADPP Mozambique will share insights on how their initiatives align with and support Mozambique's climate adaptation and mitigation priorities, from empowering smallholder farmers, fostering sustainable fisheries, building resilient local economies, and integrating climate resilience throughout the value chain.
ADPP Mozambique will also share key lessons learned and offer recommendations for advancing community-centered climate action.
November 20, 11:30h (GMT +4),
WTO | Trade & Investment House, Blue Zone, B4
Jesper Wohlert, Director European Partnerships at Humana People to People will be speaking at a circular economy panel organised by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and UN Environment Programme (UNEP).
The session will explore trade policy solutions to decarbonize textile value chains, addressing both new and second-hand garments, and how governments are responding to the fast fashion trend with policies aimed at reducing environmental harm while promoting sustainable development in this industry.
More details here.
November 20, 15:30h (GMT +4),
Italy Pavilion, Blue Zone, G5
Drawing on Rai Radiotelevisione Italiana's investigative reports on textile production, reuse, and waste cycles, which underscore the environmental impact of the textile industry and fast fashion, this event outlines a roadmap of best practices to make the Italian fashion sector—an international hallmark of Made in Italy—into a leader in sustainability. This shift is envisioned through innovation and creativity as distinguishing strengths. A study by the Ecco Foundation offers insights on how to decarbonize the Italian textile industry within the broader European context.
Jesper Wohlert, Director of European Partnerships at Humana People to People, will enrich the discussion by sharing practical experiences and effective practices for promoting a sustainable, circular textile value chain. He will also address common misconceptions about the environmental impact of second-hand clothing.
Angola Pavilion, Blue Zone,
Speaker: Evaristo Waya, Senior Partnership Officer at ADPP Angola
November 18 – 14:30h
Capital Humano, Children & Youth and Education
We will present the Green Schools Programme: how we’re greening education and empowering future generations.
November 19 – 14:30h
Nutrition, Agriculture, and Water
Showcasing women’s economic empowerment in agriculture and climate resilience, as well as innovative, community-driven solutions for water and renewable energy in Southern Angola.
November 20 – 10:30h
Urbanism & Transport
Presenting Viana Verde, a pioneering project improving waste management and fostering sustainable resource use.
More info here.
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Humana People to People members work with rural communities in the relentless grip of climate change to adapt and build resilience for the future. Through the collection and sale of second-hand clothing, we actively contribute to reducing CO2 emissions and preserving natural resources, while also funding essential development cooperation in the Global South.
Get an in-depth look at the documents below to know more about our approach and key projects on climate.
