Date: 14 November

Time: 11:30-13:00

Location: Side event Room 3, Blue zone

Description: This COP 29 side event focuses on integrating gender equality and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) into national climate plans (NDCs). Attendees will learn about the urgent need for increased climate financing for gender-transformative initiatives and explore strategies to advance women's leadership and empowerment in climate action. The event will also feature the launch of new UNFPA guidance on integrating SRHR into NDCs. Join us for a critical discussion on securing a just and sustainable future for all.

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Date: 14 November

Time: 15:00-16:00

Location: UN Azerbaijan Pavilion

Description: This side event at COP29, hosted by UNFPA Eastern Europe & Central Asia’s Regional Office, explores the critical intersection of climate change and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). Attendees will gain insights into how climate change impacts SRHR, including effects on maternal health, access to services, and gender-based violence.

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Date: 16 November

Time: 12:00-13:00

Location: UN Azerbaijan Pavilion

Description: This COP 29 side event explores how to ensure the green transition benefits women. Attendees will discuss strategies to increase women's participation in green technology and innovation, create quality green jobs, and address the interconnections between economic empowerment, gender-based violence, and sexual and reproductive health and rights. The event will feature interactive discussions and presentations, highlighting opportunities for women in the green economy.

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Date: 18 November

Time: 11:00-12:00

Location: UN Azerbaijan Pavilion

Description: This COP29 side event explores the intricate links between climate change, fertility, and demographic shifts. Join us to examine how environmental factors influence fertility. We'll discuss the rise of environmentally-induced infertility and the growing concerns of young people about having children in the face of climate uncertainty.

The event will also delve into the policy implications of these trends, advocating for climate action that supports reproductive rights and empowers individuals to achieve their fertility aspirations. Contribute to the conversation and help shape a future where both people and the planet thrive.

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Date: 18 November

Time: 15:00-16:00

Location: UN Azerbaijan Pavilion

Description: This COP 29 side event, hosted by FAO and UNFPA, examines the crucial link between climate change, food security, nutrition, and maternal health. Attendees will learn how climate-induced disruptions impact access to nutritious food and essential health services, particularly for vulnerable rural women. The event will showcase integrated solutions that strengthen resilience and improve maternal health outcomes, with a focus on the role of the ICAN initiative.

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Date: 20 November

Time: 15:40-16:25

Location: Blue Zone, Children and Youth Pavilion

Description: This COP29 side event puts young people at the forefront of climate action! Join us for a dynamic session showcasing innovative youth-led initiatives that address the intersection of climate change and sexual and reproductive health and rights.

Hear from the COP29 Youth Climate Champion and engage in a solution-oriented dialogue with youth leaders, policymakers, and experts. We'll explore successful case studies, identify opportunities for youth leadership in climate adaptation and mitigation, and discuss how to strengthen youth participation in climate decision-making. Be inspired and discover how we can empower young people to shape a sustainable future for all.

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Date: 21 November

Time: 12:00-13:00

Location: UN Azerbaijan Pavilion

Description: This COP 29 side event focuses on the urgent issue of gender-based violence (GBV) in the context of climate change. Attendees will learn about the increased risks of violence faced by women and girls displaced by climate-related disasters and explore strategies to integrate GBV prevention and response into climate action. The event will feature an open discussion with policymakers and activists, highlighting the severity of GBV.

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