Tag Archives: foreign policy

Breaking Up with Fossil Fuels: Resources for the Santa Marta Conference

During the excellent G78 webinar on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels: The Ambition of the Santa Marta Conference, speakers and participants suggested links and readings for learning more about and taking action on the exciting Santa Marta conference to be held in Colombia in late April. Here are some: To learn more about the Santa Marta conference, go… Continue Reading Breaking Up with Fossil Fuels: Resources for the Santa Marta Conference

Doug Roche Opinion published in Hill Times

Long-time member of the Group of 78, Douglas Roche, who is an author, parliamentarian, diplomat, and peace activist, was published in the Hill Times yesterday, March 16, 2026. His opinion letter calls out PM Carney for accepting “war as an instrument of foreign policy.” His analysis of Mark Carney’s actions regarding the war in Iran can be read… Continue Reading Doug Roche Opinion published in Hill Times

COP30 Action – Climate and Health in an International Context Webinar is live

Yesterday’s webinar with Robb Barnes (Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment) and Leah Darbyson was such an informative one. Robb unpacked the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly parts of COP30 as well as Canada’s climate impacts both domestically and internationally. Leah fielded questions and led discussion relating to climate, AI, and Indigenous interests/potentials. Robb also shared… Continue Reading COP30 Action – Climate and Health in an International Context Webinar is live

Seeds, Biodiversity, and Food Security Webinar January 28, 10 AM ET

Join The Group of 78 for a pivotal discussion event with Awegechew Teshome, Million Belay, Ana Deaconu, Danna Leaman, Bruce Moore, and Timothy Wise. Awegechew Teshome’s first-hand research and collaboration with indigenous and family farming communities reveal how traditional knowledge and practice are key to preserving biodiversity, combating climate change, and feeding a fragile planet. His recently-published book, All Starts with… Continue Reading Seeds, Biodiversity, and Food Security Webinar January 28, 10 AM ET