By Allysa Nievera
The Quezon City (QC) local government proudly announced that it will host the C40's Southeast Asia UCAP CAI Programme's Regional Academy in August this year.
Delegates from Jakarta, Indonesia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Johannesburg, South Africa; Accra, Ghana; and QC will convene to discuss the mainstreaming of Inclusive Climate Action (ICA) and highlight the urgency of building the capacities of cities to adapt and thrive amidst the climate crisis.
“Quezon City is committed to being at the forefront of creating a sustainable and liveable environment for all. We are thrilled to share our city's success stories, case studies, and best practices in implementing inclusive climate action with other academy participants. QC is also looking forward to learning about other cities’ experiences and programs that we can adapt and initiate in our barangays,” QC Mayor Joy Belmonte said.
During the event, representatives will be able to share experiences, discuss policies, engage in discussions, and learn from one another.
C40 Cities Regional Director for East, Southeast Asia, and Oceania Milag San Jose-Ballesteros expressed his gratitude to the City’s initiative for the event.
"I am proud to see Quezon City spearheading this critical initiative to address inclusivity whilst responding to the climate crisis. This academy embodies the spirit of collaboration and underscores the urgency of empowering our cities to adapt and thrive in the face of climate challenges - without leaving anyone behind. By hosting the C40's Southeast Asia UCAP CAI Programme's Regional Academy, Quezon City will provide a pivotal platform for global cities to unite, exchange insights, and develop practical solutions for their respective contexts. Together, cities can accelerate the implementation of inclusive climate action and advance climate justice for all,” Jose-Ballesteros said.
Delegates will also visit several ICA-related initiatives, offering tangible examples and insights for implementing similar measures in their cities.
The C40 Regional Academy is part of C40’s Climate Action Implementation (CAI) Southeast Asia Programme, funded by the UK Government's Urban Climate Action Programme (UCAP).
The initiative supports 15 cities across Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia in implementing impactful climate actions and integrating climate strategies into their urban plans.