#ClimateICJAO Petition Launch Ahead Of Oral Hearings At The ICJ

We are excited to launch the #ClimateICJAO Petition, as Pacific youth, we are at the forefront of this movement, determined to drive action ahead of the oral hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) from December 2 to 13, 2024. 

This petition seeks to gather worldwide support, amplifying the urgent need to address climate change and its deep impact on human rights.

Our campaign began as a vision, born out of the harsh realities that we face in the Pacific, the region hardest hit by rising sea levels, extreme weather, and the existential threat of climate change. 

Although our people contribute minimally to the global carbon footprint, we are on the frontlines of its devastating effects. 

Recognising the risk to our homes, cultures, and futures, we, and a coalition of partners, supporters, and allies, are working on a historic request for an advisory opinion from the ICJ on the legal responsibilities of states to combat climate change. (#ClimateICJAO)

Now, through this petition, we are inviting people worldwide to demand climate justice, in solidarity, at the world’s highest court.

The #ClimateICJAO Petition raises awareness about our campaign and calls for #ClimateJusticeAtTheICJ, giving individuals everywhere, the opportunity to contribute to this landmark case. 

It emphasises that climate change is not just an environmental issue but a fundamental human rights concern. 

With the oral hearings quickly approaching, the petition aims to show that there is widespread global support for decisive and transformational legal action to protect vulnerable communities, especially those on the frontlines of the climate crisis, and for the ICJ to provide the compass that is needed to guide state action in achieving this.

This petition is a call to action for everyone who believes in a just and sustainable world!

We started this journey because our collective futures are at stake, and this petition aims to give every person, not just lawyers, leaders and diplomats, the power to be part of this historic case - no matter where they are. 

Every signature helps send a strong message to governments and the ICJ: we demand climate justice now!

Sign the Petition: bit.ly/ClimateICJAOPetition 

Use content from our Trello Board to circulate the Petition on socials. 

This petition is supported by Global Citizen.

For more information on this Petition - please email: vishal@pisfcc.org 

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