Hague Setting for Wide-Ranging Rule of Law Debate
The rule of law is emerging as one of the most pressing issues of this century. It is a cornerstone of peace, security, justice and development.
Climate Justice
Natural resources form the core of many economies around the world, providing a source of livelihood for millions of people. But the disproportionate rise in demand for these resources is raising questions about the sustainability of investments in this sector. As the commitment to a low-carbon future grows amid concerns over climate change, IDLO believes that the rule of law can facilitate efforts to tackle such grave problems with the help of robust legal frameworks. Climate change has a polarizing effect, aggravating inequalities and reducing access to justice for those most at risk.
IDLO has been exploring how legal reforms can drive sustainable investment in the energy sector while promoting climate justice.
UNFCCC COP29 | High-Level Segment
Statement by the Director-General, Ms Jan Beagle
UNFCCC COP29 | IPU Parliamentary Meeting
Statement by the Director-General, Ms Jan Beagle
HRC 56 | Annual Panel Discussion on the Adverse Impacts of Climate Change on Human Rights
Statement by the International Development Law Organization (IDLO)
Ensuring livelihood resilience in the context of loss and damage relating to the adverse effects of climate change
1 July 2024
Thank you, Chair,
175th Session of the FAO Council
Statement by International Development Law Organization (IDLO), delivered by IDLO Director of External Relations and Partnerships
4th International Conference on Small Island Developing States
Statement by the Director-General, Ms Jan Beagle
Building momentum and partnership at the nexus of land governance, climate and gender
IDLO at the World Bank Land Conference 2024
55th session of the Human Rights Council | Interactive Dialogue On High Commissioner Report
Statement by International Development Law Organization (IDLO)
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Climate change is threatening to reverse Kenya’s progress on poverty reduction and exacerbate economic and social inequality. In order to build resilience and outline a low-carbon approach to development, IDLO has assisted the Kenyan Government in drafting a comprehensive National Climate Change Action Plan 2013-2017. This technical assistance included compiling a Legal Preparedness Assessment Report and establishing a Climate Law Working Group, made up of law students from Kenya’s leading universities. -
In 2011, IDLO and IFAD began assessing Mexico’s climate regulations at the federal and state level. The aim was to enhance local capacity to stimulate climate-positive reform and development. With the world’s first Legal Preparedness for Climate Change Assessment Report (L-PAR), IDLO comprehensively analyzed existing and potential laws and regulations on climate change, and identified gaps and innovations.
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