April 30 and May 1

Global warming is already threatening developing countries with increasingly severe weather events, droughts, disruption of water and food supplies, and negative impacts on health. The poorest communities in both the developing world and in the United States suffer disproportionately from the impacts of climate change. Recognizing the pressing need for increased education and collaboration with the environment, development, foreign policy, and faith communities, this flagship conference is an important opportunity to advance adaptation policies that effectively address the impacts of climate change on poverty.

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