Grassroots to Global:
Shaping a New Global North-South Climate Partnership

FFOP (Faith For Our Planet) will deliver its annual Global Summit in the European Parliament with a view to encouraging meaningful dialogue and collaboration between Global North and South actors, situating policymakers and faith, women and youth community leaders as natural, equitable partners and collaborators in the global climate movement.  

As the world confronts climate change—the greatest existential threat to our planet—the need for united action has never been more urgent. The solutions, from financial resources to advanced technology and political infrastructure, are within reach. What’s missing is the global willpower, moral leadership, and shared values needed to turn these solutions into action. In convening the Faith For Our Planet Global Summit, we envision building formidable, values-based partnerships capable of bridging divides between the Global North and South, cultivating trust, and motivating action that resonates across cultures and nations. All underpinned by the necessity for justice to precede action. In this spirit, by placing faith leaders and civil society actors at the forefront, FFOP’s summit underscores a vision for climate action that is inclusive of all voices and viewpoints, especially those of communities on the frontlines of the climate crisis – the Global South, faith communities, women, and youth. 

FFOP’s Global Summit addresses a critical gap in climate policy by establishing coalitions that will drive systemic change—setting the stage for a sustainable future that draws on the strengths of every community. 

The Summit will convene 150 luminaries, including climate experts, revered faith leaders, notable activists, and key EU policymakers. It will provide a platform for them to discuss how to incorporate a values-driven approach to strengthen Global North-South climate relations and action.