Maping Climate Innovation Ecosystem Across SIDS

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This week, the newly released Island Project report by Climatebase Fellows lays out a roadmap for how global, regional, and local actors can collaborate more effectively to unlock the full potential of climate innovation in SIDS. Meanwhile, the Bougainville Women’s Federation advocates for more women in local leadership and economic development, and rising seas could put Easter Island’s iconic statues at risk by 2080. Plus, Island Innovation is hiring its new Content creator!

The Island Project report – Strengthening the support ecosystem

The Island Project report maps the current support ecosystem and shares insights from innovators, community leaders, researchers, funders, and other stakeholders advancing climate innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development across SIDS. It explores both the challenges and opportunities unique to island contexts and offers strategic, practical recommendations to help accelerate impact.
Advancing Local Women Empowerment in Leadership and Economic Development

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Bougainville women completed a two-day poultry farming skills training on 24-25 April 2025 in Buka, Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Papua New Guinea
Bougainville Women’s Federation’s dream is to see women and girls as equal partners in Bougainville’s development. This dream has a 50% possibility of being realised in Bougainville’s political space. Bougainville Women’s Federation (BWF) is advocating for more women to get into Bougainville’s parliament in this year’s 2025 Bougainville National Election
Job Opening: Content creator at Island Innovation

We are hiring a creative and versatile Content Creator to develop digital content that inspires, informs, and aligns with our mission. This person will be responsible for the creation of written and visual content across our channels, using both AI tools and their own voice to deliver authentic, high-quality messaging that reflects the Island Innovation brand.
More speakers have been revealed for #VIS2025
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