Encuentro Comunitario para la Acción Climática y el Desarrollo Sostenible

Funding opportunities ranging from $75,000 to $350,000 are available for initiatives and projects that promote environmental justice and the inclusive development of our communities.
Saturday, November 9th, 2024
12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Capitol Building, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Transportation is available from the pickup area at the Caribe Hilton Hotel to the Capitol and back.
The event will primarily be in Spanish with simultaneous interpretation in English.

Please register using the form below.

On November 9th, 2024, Puerto Rico’s Capitol Building will come alive with voices committed to advancing climate action and community development. The Encuentro Comunitario para la Acción Climática y el Desarrollo Sostenible, an event of the Flourishing in Community Grantmaker Program at Fordham University, the Puerto Rican House of Representatives, and SOMOS, is set to bring together policymakers, environmental advocates, community leaders, and non-profit organizations to explore innovative solutions for a sustainable future.

The event will focus on the critical intersections of climate action, community resilience, and development. Participants will share ideas, foster collaboration, and identify sustainable funding pathways to support grassroots initiatives across Puerto Rico. This convening offers an opportunity for leaders to unite on common goals, strategize on maximizing available resources, and address climate challenges and mend environmental injustices.

To further support this effort, the Center for Puerto Rican Studies at Hunter College will be generating a comprehensive report documenting the discussions, initiatives, and best practices presented during the event. This report will serve as a crucial resource to inform policy-making, while also highlighting ongoing efforts in the region and identifying ways to enhance and support these initiatives. The findings will offer actionable insights for stakeholders and policymakers, ensuring that local solutions are amplified and supported at every level of governance.

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