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Faisal Bin Islam @faisalfbi.bsky.social · 3h

It was a privilege to share my research at the @adaptationfutures.bsky.social conference on #BeyondAdaptation—#Justice and #Maladaptation.

Key message: Need to examine the power and knowledge underpinning the scalar dimension of maladaptation.

@ritodhi.bsky.social @lisaschipper.bsky.social

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Bec Hamilton @bechamilton.bsky.social · 4h

And we’re underway @adaptationfutures.bsky.social !

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Kera O’Regan @keraoregan.bsky.social · 4h

“As Ngāi Tahu we migrated south to Te Waipounamu… We have been adapting all our lives.
I think it’s really inspiring as a young person to think back to our ancestors and how they have succeeded because we are all here today.”

The awesome Thomas Blakie at #AF2025 @adaptationfutures.bsky.social

Thomas Blakie standing at a podium at Te Pae with the panel on stage next to him.

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Adaptation Futures 2025 #AF2025 @adaptationfutures.bsky.social · 4h

Happening today at #AF2025

Strengthening Adaptation in Aotearoa: The role of the
Aotearoa Society of Adaptation Professionals in
supporting communities and practitioners at 3.45pm - 4.45pm NZST.

🔵 Watch the public livestream here: adaptationfutures2025.com/outreach

Public Outreach

Publicly Streamed Events There are a number of publicly streamed events, which can be viewed here and the Urban Climate Adaptation Discussion at the Piano can be viewed…

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Adaptation Futures 2025 #AF2025 @adaptationfutures.bsky.social · 5h

Happening today at #AF2025

Innovation Spotlight with @adaptationfund.bsky.social : A closing showcase of outcomes, blending Pacific song, art, and innovative communication methods to share messages of hope and inspire collective action, at 1.45pm - 3.15pm NZST.

adaptationfutures2025.com/outreach

Public Outreach

Publicly Streamed Events There are a number of publicly streamed events, which can be viewed here and the Urban Climate Adaptation Discussion at the Piano can be viewed…

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Adaptation Futures 2025 #AF2025 @adaptationfutures.bsky.social · 5h

Adaptation Futures 2025 is grateful for the support of our event partners, who have helped make this important gathering for accelerating adaptation action possible.

Ngā mihi nui/thank you very much for supporting #AF2025 🌱

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Bec Hamilton @bechamilton.bsky.social · 6h

One of the wonderful things about @adaptationfutures.bsky.social 2025 is the number of breakout sessions & peer learning opportunities that have been built into the programming.

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Adaptation Fund @adaptationfund.bsky.social · 6h

🌏 LAST DAY at @adaptationfutures.bsky.social!

Explore Spotlight on Innovation — a virtual photo exhibit showcasing real stories of climate innovation & resilience from around the world. 🌿💧🌊

📍 Dobson 3, Te Pae Christchurch
🤝 With @undp.org, @unep.org & CTCN

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esaclimate @esaclimate.bsky.social · 19h

How can we measure climate adaptation? New research presented by Sarah Connors at @adaptationfutures.bsky.social shows: Earth observation can improve risk assessment & make climate resilience measurable worldwide. A monitoring system for the Global Goal on Adaptation. adaptationfutures2025.com

Credits visual: Connors et al (2025). Earth Observations for Climate Adaptation: Tracking Progress Towards the Global Goal on Adaptation Through Satellite-Derived Indicators

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Adaptation Fund @adaptationfund.bsky.social · 10h

TODAY at @adaptationfutures.bsky.social!

Innovation Spotlight 4: Regeneration for Resilience
10:45–12:15 NZST | Exhibition Hall 4, Te Pae Christchurch

Reimagining adaptation through Indigenous knowledge, Pacific voices & community-led innovation.

🎥 Watch live: bit.ly/4n4ZPBa

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Adaptation Futures 2025 #AF2025 @adaptationfutures.bsky.social · 1d

🟢 Livstream sessions: adaptationfutures2025.com/outreach

🔵 The Art of Climate Conversation: adaptationfutures2025.com/programme/ar...

🟢 Full programme: adaptationfutures2025.com/programme

Adaptation Futures 2025 #AF2025 @adaptationfutures.bsky.social · 1d

We are proud to be showcasing #AF2025 to delegations from schools across Ōtautahi Christchurch and inspiring the next generation of future climate leaders, with the help of our wonderful team of tertiary student ambassadors.

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Adaptation Futures 2025 #AF2025 @adaptationfutures.bsky.social · 1d

There is also the @adaptationfund.bsky.social Spotlight on Innovation virtual exhibition and livestream sessions, and The Art of Climate Conversation events taking place throughout the week.

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Adaptation Futures 2025 #AF2025 @adaptationfutures.bsky.social · 1d

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Adaptation Futures 2025 #AF2025 @adaptationfutures.bsky.social · 1d

Many exciting things are happening at #AF2025 today, along with the science meetings and presentations.

If you're here, check out the poster displays in the Exhibition Hall, or stop by the booths and lounges around the venue to connect with some of the organisations attending.

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Prof Lisa Schipper 🌍🍉💪 @lisaschipper.bsky.social · 1d

...But @adaptationfutures.bsky.social, there is so much more depth to the research and thinking presented at AF2025 compared with past AFs and indeed many presentations, policies & plans out there.

Intersectional perspectives, recognition of knowledge plurality, all of which are critical.

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Theresa Wong @theresawong.bsky.social · 1d

Are you at @adaptationfutures.bsky.social 2025? Join us tomorrow 📅 Tuesday 14 Oct ⏰️1545 for a session on Insights on the Global Goal on Adaptation, at the Piano. Or catch it on the live feed. adaptationfutures2025.com/programme

Programme

The premier international climate change adaptation conference series enabling practitioners, policymakers, researchers and academics from across the world gather to…

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Adaptation Fund @adaptationfund.bsky.social · 1d

🌍 Reminder! Don’t miss Spotlight on Innovation at @adaptationfutures.bsky.social — a virtual photo exhibit capturing real-world climate solutions from across the globe.

📅 Oct 13–15 | Te Pae Christchurch (Dobson 3)
Co-hosted by AF, @undp.org, @unep.org-CTCN

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Rebecca Priestley @rkpriestley.bsky.social · 1d

At the @adaptationfutures.bsky.social in Ōtautahi Christchurch and there is so much going on here! I'm mostly here to attend anything about sea level rise, sea walls, coastal adaptation – especially in the Pacific – but having massive FOMO about everything I'm not managing to get to! 🏝️🌊

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Adaptation Fund @adaptationfund.bsky.social · 2d

Happening in 1 hour!

Join Innovation Spotlight 1: Currents of Change – From the Pacific to the World at
@AdaptFutures.

🎙️ Hear from Indigenous leaders on what innovation means to their communities & the future of #ClimateAdaptation.

Watch live. www.adaptation-fund.org/adaptation-f...

#AF2025

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Adaptation Fund @adaptationfund.bsky.social · 2d

Kia ora from @adaptationfutures.bsky.social!

Our Head, MikkoOllikainen, opened the conference by reaffirming the AF’s commitment to inclusive, locally led action that empowers vulnerable communities worldwide. #AF2025

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Theresa Wong @theresawong.bsky.social · 2d

'We need to understand the limits to adaptation. We need to be courageous in taking action.' - Director General Sefanaia Nawadra, #sprep in the @adaptationfutures.bsky.social World Adaptation Science Programme Global Policymakers Forum

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Sophie Jerram @scrjerram.bsky.social · 2d

"I challenge you to choose life over short term gain." Minister Talia also challenges Western science data ownership - and copyright. "We need to own our own data." @adaptationfutures.bsky.social

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Theresa Wong @theresawong.bsky.social · 2d

'Climate action is not policy preference, but a legal obligation' - Cynthia Houniuhi of the Solomon Islands, Pacific Island Students Fighting Climate Change @adaptationfutures.bsky.social

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Adaptation Futures 2025 #AF2025 @adaptationfutures.bsky.social · 2d

Nau mai, haere mai. We wish you an exciting and insightful time at #AF2025

Adaptation Futures 2025 is co-hosted by the World Adaptation Science Programme and University of Canterbury in Ōtautahi Christchurch, New Zealand.