*UNESCO Laureate & Africa Head, UNACCC, Prof Sir Bashiru Releases Framework For Climate-resilience in Africa*.

******UNESCO Laureate Prof Sir Bashiru Aremu highlights the framework of Climate Change Council in Africa

The UNESCO Laureate & Africa Chairman Board of Trustees of Unity of Nations for Climate Change Council Unaccc, an official partner of United Nations and other organizations worldwide, Prof Sir Bashitu Aremu, has highlighted the framework to promote Climate-resilience in Africa.

The framework of the Climate Change Council, as chaired by UNESCO Laureate Prof Sir Bashiru Aremu, may include the following key components:

I. Vision and Mission

1. Vision: To promote climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts in Africa, focusing on sustainable development, environmental protection, and community resilience.
2. Mission: To provide leadership, guidance, and support to African countries in addressing climate change challenges, promoting climate-resilient development, and fostering international cooperation.

II. Objectives

1. Advocacy: Raise awareness about climate change impacts, vulnerabilities, and opportunities in Africa.
2. Policy Support: Provide technical assistance to African governments in developing and implementing climate change policies, strategies, and plans.
3. Capacity Building: Strengthen the capacity of African institutions, communities, and individuals to address climate change challenges.
4. Research and Development: Promote research, innovation, and development of climate-resilient technologies and practices.
5. International Cooperation: Foster partnerships and collaborations with international organizations, governments, and stakeholders to support Africa’s climate change efforts.

III. Governance Structure

1. Chairman: UNESCO Laureate Prof Sir Bashiru Aremu
2. Board of Trustees: Comprising esteemed individuals with expertise in climate change, sustainable development, and African affairs.
3. Secretariat: Responsible for day-to-day operations, coordination, and implementation of council activities.

IV. Programmatic Areas

1. Climate Change Mitigation: Focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting renewable energy, and enhancing energy efficiency.
2. Climate Change Adaptation: Support climate-resilient agriculture, water management, and infrastructure development.
3. Climate Change Research and Development: Promote research, innovation, and development of climate-resilient technologies and practices.
4. Climate Change Education and Awareness: Raise awareness about climate change impacts, vulnerabilities, and opportunities in Africa.

V. Partnerships and Collaborations

1. International Organizations: Partner with UN agencies, such as UNFCCC, UNEP, and UNDP.
2. African Governments: Collaborate with African governments, ministries, and departments.
3. Civil Society Organizations: Work with NGOs, community-based organizations, and faith-based organizations.
4. Private Sector: Engage with private sector companies, investors, and philanthropic organizations.

VI. Funding and Resource Mobilization

1. Grants and Donations: Seek funding from international organizations, foundations, and philanthropic organizations.
2. Membership Fees: Establish membership fees for organizations and individuals.
3. Fundraising Events: Organize fundraising events, conferences, and workshops.
4. Corporate Sponsorships: Seek sponsorships from governments and private sector companies.