OPINION: WHERE NEXT AFTER COP26?

16 December 2021 | Danny Sriskandarajah | Tags: , , ,

While the Glasgow Climate Pact does not go far enough to address the climate crisis already devastating the lives and livelihoods of the world’s poorest communities, I was given hope by the passion and determination of people and organisations from across the globe campaigning tirelessly for climate justice. I wrote this article reflecting on three … Continue reading “OPINION: WHERE NEXT AFTER COP26?”

DEBATE: A PEOPLE’S VACCINE FOR REFUGEES

7 December 2021 | Danny Sriskandarajah | Tags: , , ,

A year since a UK grandmother received the first Covid-19 vaccine, it was timely to chair this discussion about the barriers that are preventing many refugees and displaced people from enjoying the same protection against Covid-19. I was joined by refugee leaders from Lebanon and Australia, UNHCR’s Chief of Public Health, and a colleague from … Continue reading “DEBATE: A PEOPLE’S VACCINE FOR REFUGEES”

FROM COP26 TO COP27

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The Climate Coalition invited me to chair a discussion reflecting on the outcomes of COP26, with experts involved in the negotiations for countries particularly affected by climate change. It was a great reminder of what’s at stake ahead of COP27, and how those of us in the UK can support the priorities of communities on … Continue reading “FROM COP26 TO COP27”

OPINION: THE WORLD MUST NOT RETREAT INTO SELF-DEFEATING VACCINE NATIONALISM

6 December 2021 | Danny Sriskandarajah | Tags: , , , ,

This week a year ago, I felt excitement and hope as the first Covid-19 vaccine was administered. Yet that euphoria has faded to bitter disappointment after a year in which self-interest by the rich world has repeatedly trumped global justice, whether on the uneven distribution of Covid19 vaccines, our response to refugee flows, or insufficient … Continue reading “OPINION: THE WORLD MUST NOT RETREAT INTO SELF-DEFEATING VACCINE NATIONALISM”

DEBATE: SUSTAINABILITY AT GREENTECH CONFERENCE

16 November 2021 | Danny Sriskandarajah | Tags: , ,

I was invited to join a panel discussion at the Greentech Conference, held during the fortnight of COP26, discussing the challenges and opportunities around sustainability. There’s huge potential for technology to drive improvements in how we live, and to help build a fairer and more sustainable global economy. But there’s a also a real risk … Continue reading “DEBATE: SUSTAINABILITY AT GREENTECH CONFERENCE”

Interview: what is climate justice?

10 November 2021 | Danny Sriskandarajah | Tags: ,

I spoke to Quartz about the three pillars of climate justice and why it’s so central to successful climate action. First, for high polluting countries who have done most to cause this crisis to make their fair share of emissions cuts. Secondly, to support communities on the frontline to cope and adapt to the changing … Continue reading “Interview: what is climate justice?”

PODCAST: CAFÉ DIRECT – BUILDING BETTER BUSINESS

28 October 2021 | Danny Sriskandarajah | Tags: , , ,

It was a pleasure to be invited to join Cafe Direct CEO John Steel for his new podcast series: Building Better Business. We talked about Oxfam’s role in founding Cafe Direct and our early involvement in the Fair Trade movement, as well as the power of social enterprises and responsible business to lift people out … Continue reading “PODCAST: CAFÉ DIRECT – BUILDING BETTER BUSINESS”

Speaking out against cuts to universal credit

6 October 2021 | Danny Sriskandarajah | Tags: , , ,

Together with allies, I criticised the Government’s decision to remove the £20 a week uplift in Universal Credit, despite warnings from across the political spectrum that it will cause immense hardship to families who are already barely keeping their heads above water. Many people who rely on Universal Credit are carers, both unpaid and paid, … Continue reading “Speaking out against cuts to universal credit”

Debate: what’s at stake at COP26 for people in poverty?

29 September 2021 | Danny Sriskandarajah | Tags: , , ,

Oxfam convened a panel of brilliant experts to discuss what to expect from COP26, how business and political leaders are stepping up, and what action and financial support is needed to ensure that vulnerable communities can survive and thrive in a changing climate. Leading climate scientist Professor Saleemul Huq described what rich nations could learn … Continue reading “Debate: what’s at stake at COP26 for people in poverty?”

Debate: humanitarian reform, a people driven system

23 September 2021 | Danny Sriskandarajah | Tags: , , ,

It was a pleasure to join donors and UN agencies for this important discussion about reforming the humanitarian system in order to put affected communities front and centre. The panel discussed recommendations put forward by The Centre for Global Development, from shifting funding models to governance structures. I described some of the changes underway at … Continue reading “Debate: humanitarian reform, a people driven system”