UN Climate Conference 2021: Ethnic Groups

(asked on 27th October 2021) - View Source

Question

To ask the President of COP26, what steps have been taken to help ensure that people from ethnic minority backgrounds are represented at COP26.


Answered by
Michael Ellis Portrait
Michael Ellis
This question was answered on 2nd November 2021

We want a broad range of diverse voices at COP26. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, people with disabilities, youth, older persons, faith and frontline groups. This is to amplify and learn from those most affected by climate change and to inspire increased climate ambition.

In line with the UK’s commitment to inclusivity, we are determined to ensure Glasgow is as inclusive as possible - despite the challenges presented by COVID-19. Through our diverse programme of events, as well as the efforts we have put into getting delegates to Glasgow, all participants will be able to benefit from the very best in climate leadership. To facilitate participation:

  • We offered free vaccinations to those from other countries who could not otherwise access them.

  • We provided free visas to registered attendees with UNFCCC accreditation.

  • We funded the required Managed Quarantine for delegates coming from ‘red list’ countries.

  • We also worked with transit countries for Pacific Small Island Development States (SIDs) to identify solutions to overcome barriers to travel.

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