Project Summary

During Climate Week and the UNGA 78 the Palauan President Surangel Whipps Junior addresses the world with a call to accelerate climate action. The president reminds the world that for island nations, climate action is not a choice, it is a must. Island nations are at risk of disappearance due to sea level rise and are already drowning in debt as they struggle to adapt to a rapidly changing climate. The President makes a plea to world leaders as they approach their decision making, to support islands through grants and accessible funding. This plea for action comes at a timely moment with the decisions for the Loss and Damage fund approaching during COP28. Uniting Resilience is about uniting the efforts of Island Nations and raising the cry for the world to take action.

Impact Approach

This film was released during COP28, UAE and distributed during the two weeks of Climate negotiations in Dubai, UAE. The film was promoted during prestigious events, including the gala hosted by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation. The film served as a conversation to bring island nations to the forefront of discussions on climate action and to help raise funds for the completion of the full film in 2024.