Hello from UNDP Maldives
“ We cannot afford to sidestep the opportunity for transformation.
It’s full steam ahead for UNDP Maldives as we progress into 2022. Despite the many challenges, from climate change to socio-economic vulnerabilities, Maldives has shown no lack of ambition to safeguard progress on the Sustainable Development Goals. We have felt the pulse of the islands, and the unambiguous message coming from the people is that the time to act is NOW.
This has inspired us to reinvent and innovate, building forward stronger, greener, bluer in ways not previously explored. In this issue, we bring you a snapshot of the impacts we are making, relying on our strong network of partnerships and relationships built on trust.
Enjoy Reading!
- Enrico Gaveglia, UNDP Maldives Resident Representative
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Stories of Island Life
A Statement of Intent was also signed between Maldivian (Island Aviation Services Ltd) and UNDP Maldives to collaborate on an advocacy campaign promoting the “Island Life” magazine and in promoting the SDGs focusing on climate adaptation & mitigation, and improving governance & livelihoods in the Maldives.
For Agile and Adaptive Policymaking
“Data-for-Policy” – second session of Visioning Maldives: Leadership Dialogues held, which focused on the growing role of data in shaping, design, and delivery of public policies, zooming in on the evolving institutional and functional capabilities of the public sector for strengthening agile, adaptive, and real-time policymaking.
Natural Resources Management & Climate Resilience
From the UN Ocean Conference 2022
Usha Rao-Monari - Under-Secretary-General and Associate Administrator of UNDP meets with Maldives Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Technology H.E. Aminath Shauna at the sidelines of the 2022 UN Ocean Conference.
Voices from the Climate Frontline
As a low-lying archipelagic country, the Maldives faces unique climate challenges. Our marine environment, and its associated biodiversity is critical to our ecosystem and human health, our natural and cultural heritage, and to productive livelihoods and income among others.
Our Stockholm+50 consultations brought forth the voices from the people at the frontline of the climate crisis in the Maldives.
Renewable, Sustainable Agri-Development
Project Steering Committee meeting of SEEDS and PDSAE – projects which places emphasis on renewable and sustainable practices including innovative farming practices, reflecting a strong commitment to achieving economic development and diversification in line with the government’s sustainable green and blue economy vision.
Beating Plastic Pollution
As part of a Global Environment Facility-Small Grants Programme project, the Maldives Authentic Crafts Cooperative Society launched the ‘Plastic Noon Gotheh’ Rewards App and reusable bag initiative, to promote the use of alternatives to single-use plastic in the Maldives.
Participatory & Accountable Governance
Message from Maldives Minister of Gender, Family and Social Services on Climate Action
Maldives Minister of Gender, Family and Social Services, H.E. Aishath Mohamed Didi delivers a message from the Maldives at the joint meeting of the Executive Boards of UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS, UNICEF, UN-Women and WFP on climate action, outlining the impact on the most vulnerable, such as women.
Gender Equality in Politics
This year’s first Practice Parliament for Women programme concludes. The programme focuses on enabling women to be more involved in decision-making processes by providing training programmes for women active in the political arena to build their skills and knowledge to contest for elected positions.
Enhancing Judicial Education
Development and launch of handbooks and videos to support the work of the Witness and Victim Support Unit of the Prosecutor General’s Office, providing essential information to witnesses and victims.
Inclusive, Sustainable and Thriving Livelihoods
Our 3rd Economic Bulletin is Out Now!
This new edition focuses on promoting and sharing knowledge and innovation towards SDG Financing to expand public and private contributions to reach the 2030 Agenda.
Investing for SDGs
Exploring SDG-aligned investment opportunities
Innovative Solutions
Designing Effective Local Solutions
UNDP Maldives Accelerator Lab had a co-creation day with participants from Baa Atoll Goidhoo, Fehendhoo & Fulhadhoo islands, ideating solutions to empower women & youth, promote blue economy & sustainable tourism. This is part of the Lab’s Social Innovation Platforms (SIPs) work with the Agirre Lehendakaria Center.
Adapt to the Climate Emergency: Do or Do Not, there is No Try.
An Opinion Editorial by UNDP Resident Representative in the Maldives
A reset for UNDP Maldives
Our staff retreat had us emerging out of the cocoon of challenges of the past few years, to innovate and evolve towards excellence in helping the Maldives achieve its development aspirations and the SDGs.
Photo Credits
UNDP Maldives /Ashwa Faheem | Aishath Azheena | Yujuan Jing
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