Remembering James Bakati (1967-2024): Human Rights Champion

We honor the legacy of a courageous advocate for people with disabilities in Kiribati.

October 21, 2024 Go to article: Remembering James Bakati (1967-2024): Human Rights Champion

Rising Together: Community Resilience While Facing the Climate Crisis

Communities most affected by the climate crisis are leading the way with adaptive strategies rooted in collaboration and cultural preservation.

October 10, 2024 Go to article: Rising Together: Community Resilience While Facing the Climate Crisis

UUSC Convenes Pathbreaking Meeting to Address Climate Change’s Hidden Toll

Pacific Rising brought together partners to decide how to address the intangible costs of climate destruction.

June 26, 2024 Go to article: UUSC Convenes Pathbreaking Meeting to Address Climate Change’s Hidden Toll

Indigenous Sovereignty is a Climate Solution 

“Land Back” efforts are one of several ways that restoring Native Peoples’ land rights can promote climate justice.

June 24, 2024 Go to article: Indigenous Sovereignty is a Climate Solution 

Your Support Needed: UUSC Partner Facing Backlash in Fiji

A Pacific partner is confronting retaliatory lawsuits for their advocacy against a mining company.

May 21, 2024 Go to article: Your Support Needed: UUSC Partner Facing Backlash in Fiji

Pacific Leaders Gear Up for Climate Justice Push

UUSC partners are coordinating strategy ahead of major UN climate meetings.

May 17, 2024 Go to article: Pacific Leaders Gear Up for Climate Justice Push

AAPI History Month: Celebrating Resilience Through Partnership

This AAPI History Month, UUSC honors Asian American & Pacific Islander grassroots groups defending culture, environmental justice, and indigenous rights across the Pacific.

May 13, 2024 Go to article: AAPI History Month: Celebrating Resilience Through Partnership

“The Power of My Storytelling:” 3 Takeaways From COP28

A first-time attendee of COP discusses her experience advocating on behalf of Pacific islanders.

January 30, 2024 Go to article: “The Power of My Storytelling:” 3 Takeaways From COP28

Pacific Rising Reflection: Networking, Connecting, Witnessing

Fiji convening provides much-needed space for collaboration on climate justice issues.

January 18, 2024 Go to article: Pacific Rising Reflection: Networking, Connecting, Witnessing

From Displacement to Resilience: The Banaban Journey

Rewriting our narratives starts today

January 5, 2024 Go to article: From Displacement to Resilience: The Banaban Journey