James Conrad to address Northeast Narratives organized by Down To Earth

SHILLONG: The 'Team James Conrad' said in a press release, "We are reaching out team James Conrad has sought o you on behalf of Shri James PK Sangma, Minister for Forests & Environment who will be delivering the keynote address at the Online Training Workshop, "Northeast Narratives" organized by Down To Earth on the 22nd of October 2021. The Registration Link for the workshop: www.cseindia.org

Sangma will be addressing a delegation of journalists and members of the media fraternity from across the northeastern states of India to brief them on the effects that climate change has brought about in the entire country, the effects of which are also being felt across the Northeast region. He will be highlighting some of the key environmental issues of Meghalaya and how the Forest & Environment Department is taking initiatives to work with local indigenous communities to implement long-term solutions.

"Like most of the regions in India, the Northeast too is grappling with the disastrous impacts of climate change. The region is undergoing significant changes in the frequency of extreme temperatures and rainfall patterns over the last few years that is affecting agriculture, livelihoods and the health of the people," Sangma said.

James Sangma will be speaking on how climate change is a growing reality in the Northeast and how Meghalaya with its forested lands and unique biodiversity can spearhead the initiative of putting into action robust measures and strategies to tackle climate change.

Organizers of the workshop aim to create awareness and brief the attending media fraternity on what climate change is doing to the region and how communities are coping with it. The workshop will specifically cover the impacts of climate change in the Northeast and present the opportunity to encourage actions and solutions to build a holistic climate change adaptation strategy.

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