The fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS) will be hosted by Antigua & Barbuda in May 2024, bringing world leaders together to agree on a bold programme of action for SIDS. UN-Habitat and the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) are hosting an in-person side event to the SIDS4 Conference on Tuesday, 28 May 2024 from 12 to 1:30 p.m. AST.
Under the overarching theme of “Revitalizing SIDS Economies for Accelerated and Sustainable Growth”, the session aims to gather stakeholders from African, Caribbean, and Pacific SIDS to exchange lessons learned, discuss challenges, and explore opportunities for promoting urban resilience and green development. Thought leaders and decision-makers will discuss strategies to recover from the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic while advancing the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Important information
- This event is in-person only and will be taking place in Room 10 at the American University of Antigua College of Medicine, University Park, Jabberwock Beach Road, Coolidge, Antigua & Barbuda.
- Participation is welcomed on a first-come first-served basis. To secure a seat, please register your attendance in advance via this form.
- The event is available in English (no translation/interpretation).
- For more information about the event, please find the concept note, here, which includes the session’s agenda and speaker list.
- For more information about the conference, please visit the SIDS4 website.
About the Organizers
UN-Habitat is working towards strengthening the capacity of African, Caribbean and Pacific SIDS to adapt to climate change, mitigate risk and build resilience at the city and community levels. In recent years, drawing on the dramatic impacts of COVID-19, the organisation has adopted a holistic and integrated approach to climate resilience in SIDS, putting emphasis on crisis preparedness and inclusive green post-crisis recovery.
The Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) has recently expanded and opened a regional representation in the Caribbean Islands States.The bank supports Small Island Developing States by promoting policies for the implementation of resilient infrastructure and active mobility to achieve urban, climate and economic resilience.
