The Human Face
The Pacific Conference on the Human Face of the Global Economic Crisis will bring together more than 200 high level delegates from 16 Pacific Island Countries to discuss the issues that the poor and vulnerable are facing in the Pacific. The meeting will discuss ways to mitigate the impact of the crisis on various categories of vulnerable groups - including women and children.
The Conference at a Glance
While many Pacific Island Countries are already facing the brunt of the global economic and financial crises, the full impact of the crisis is yet to be felt in the Pacific. Sadly, more people are expected to slide into poverty and hardship. According to the ADB, an additional 50,000 people in the region could be living below the poverty line next year – a direct result of the global economic crisis.
Three high-level UN meetings in Vanuatu put spotlight on development in the Pacific
Helen Clark of UNDP and Noeleen Heyzer of ESCAP join Pacific leaders to map out strategies
(Port Vila, February 5, 2010) – Three high-level United Nations meetings will take place in Vanuatu next week, bringing together top UN officials and leaders from the Pacific to assess the challenges faced by the region and to map out strategies to spur development amid the current global economic crisis.
The Conference at a Glance
Under the auspices of the Government of Vanuatu, the United Nations are partnering as one to help Pacific countries to respond effectively to challenges of the global economic crisis (GEC). Failure to address the combined impact of the economic crisis, the rise and volatility of food and fuel prices and the threats presented by climate change, with strong emphasis on vulnerable populations, is likely to undo...
The Conference at a Glance
Under the auspices of the Government of Vanuatu, the United Nations are partnering as one to help Pacific countries to respond effectively to challenges of the global economic crisis (GEC). Failure to address the combined impact of the economic crisis, the rise and volatility of food and fuel prices and the threats presented by climate change, with strong emphasis on vulnerable populations, is likely to undo...
The Story of the Human Face Competition
The Pacific Youth Journalist Competition for the Global Economic Crisis Conference’ sought to encourage young people in the Pacific region to write real stories about how real people in their countries have been affected by the global economic crisis. The winner was announced 4th of February 2010.
