We presented our work on the HOME project findings on trialing cloth diapers to reduce single use plastics. We also presented the findings from the baseline assessments of marine areas done in K. Guraidhoo to support the Island Council develop a natural resource management plan with Water Solutions. Importance of ownership for local council and island communities to be more involved in sustainably managing marine areas were also shared.

Zara from our team participated in the panel on ‘Climate-resilient urban planning and smart cities from a child-centered adaptation perspective’. She spoke about how the role of Civil Society Organizations (CSO’s) in child centered climate resilient urban planning and smart cities is important and how CSOs can collaborate with other stakeholders in this matter. Additionally she spoke about the research areas that could be focused on to ensure that children are empowered and have a voice in decision making.