Abbey Abramson

  Procurement pitfalls and corruption Procurement Pitfalls: From Bid-Rigging to Ghost Deliveries Why this Chapter Matters As dawn broke over the coastal village , the family of four awoke to an ominous rumble. Sleepily rising from their makeshift beds, they stepped outside only to find the embankment designed to protect them from surging tides was crumbling into the sea. Their home, like many others, stood defenseless. If climate adaptation is only as strong as the infrastructure we build, then procurement is the hinge on which safety swings. When the rules governing public works purchases are bent by cartels, kickbacks, front companies, and "creative" change orders, lives are put at risk. That is not rhetoric. Where collusion raises prices and slashes quality, embankments slump, culverts choke, mangroves die, and shelters fail the night they’re needed most (World Bank, 2014; OECD, 2025). By the end of this chapter, you'll be equipped to identify five common scams in proc...

  Metrics for the impact of youth participation METRICS FOR IMPACT OF YOUTH PARTICIPATION Add Metrics for Impact M easuring the effectiveness of youth-led climate adaptation initiatives is essential for ensuring accountability, guiding future projects, and demonstrating tangible results. By developing robust metrics and leveraging modern tools, youth organizations and stakeholders can track progress, evaluate social and environmental outcomes, and refine strategies for more significant impact.  This section examines four key areas for establishing metrics: developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), implementing Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation (PM&E), incorporating long-term sustainability metrics, and leveraging technology for data collection and analysis. Developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Youth-Led Projects Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are crucial for evaluating the effectiveness of youth-led climate adaptation initiatives. These indicators ...

  Roles of youth in combating against climate change Call to Action for Young People to Lead and Inspire Change Youth can play a transformative role in combating climate change and driving sustainable development. To harness this potential, it is essential to provide clear, actionable steps that empower young individuals to lead initiatives and inspire others. Young people, with their unique perspectives and determination, can catalyze meaningful progress by engaging in collective action, leveraging innovation, and amplifying their voices. This section outlines specific steps to motivate young people to take action, join movements, and spearhead projects focused on climate adaptation and sustainability. Join Climate-Focused Groups and Movements Participating in climate-focused groups and movements connects youth with like-minded individuals and amplifies their impact. Organizations such as Fridays for Future, Greenpeace, and the Sunrise Movement offer collective action, advocacy, a...

  Climate Finance and Policy for Justice Climate finance for climate justice Climate finance is essential for tackling the climate crisis, especially by helping poorer countries and communities most affected by climate change. These resources are necessary for reducing harmful greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to the effects of climate change, and building resilience against future challenges. However, major issues, such as a lack of funding, accountability, and fair resource distribution, make it hard to achieve climate justice. This section looks at why climate finance is so important , highlights key funding sources like the Green Climate Fund, investigates the challenges we face, and suggests ways to ensure that climate finance is fair and effective for everyone . The Role of Climate Finance in Climate Justice Climate finance refers to the financial resources allocated to support climate action, particularly in developing nations disproportionately affected by climat...