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Vempoijala Trief - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "With courage we stand. With hope we stand"
Vempoijala's message from Vanuatu to the International Court of Justice in the Hague in the form of a spoken word piece. Vempoi stands with courage and hope in the face of a crisis they did not cause.
Indigenous voices must be heard during the on-going ICJ Advisory Opinion proceedings on #climatechange . As rising seas levels consume islands and communities, cultures are being devastated. Human rights are being threatened, and the ICJ must act to protect them.
This is Vempoijala's Witness Stand for Climate Justice. This is Stephanie's voice from the frontlines of the climate crisis.
All of our #climatejustice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/
To join the Witness Stand visit: witnessstand.live/join-the-wi...
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What is the Witness Stand?
The “Witness Stand” is an advocacy and storytelling project by the @pisfcc (Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change), in collaboration with @notjustcelsius (Not Justice Celsius) and The World's Youth For Climate Justice.
Stories from the frontlines of the climate crisis need a platform, they must be listened to by the world and most importantly: By the judges of the International Court of Justice.
Climate change is real and we need #climatejusticenow.
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Відео

Mathani Mudathir - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "So many memories erased by climate change"
Переглядів 134День тому
Hear Mathani's message from Sudan to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. Mathani Mudathir speaks of the interlinkage between war and climate change, and how her Aunt's memories and documents were erased by a flood caused by human-induced climate change. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness S...
Madeleine Lavemai - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Is this the future we will leave behind?"
Переглядів 5314 днів тому
Hear Madeleine's message from Tonga to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. Hear Madeleine's call for the ICJ to bring climate justice and equity to communities across the global south. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and become...
Tamara Logan - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Bring justice and equity to communities"
Переглядів 2514 днів тому
Hear Tamara's message from Papua New Guinea to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. Hear Tamara's call for the ICJ to bring climate justice and equity to communities across the global south. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and b...
Kjelld Masoud Kroon - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "We are taking the Dutch state to court"
Переглядів 2514 днів тому
Hear Kjelld's message from Bonaire to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. Kjelld Masoud Kroon is one of the plaintiffs taking the Dutch state to court for its climate inaction. Kjelld has a unique perspective on the impacts of climate change. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Websit...
Mateo Botero Pérez - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "I invite you to sit with a farmer"
Переглядів 3514 днів тому
Hear Mateo's message to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and become a #ClimateWitness visit: witnessstand.live/join-the-wi... What is the Witness Stand? The “Witness Stand” is an advocacy and ...
Pia Hollenstein - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "A great duty to end this destructive path"
Переглядів 4814 днів тому
Hear Pia's message to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and become a #ClimateWitness visit: witnessstand.live/join-the-wi... What is the Witness Stand? The “Witness Stand” is an advocacy and st...
Prafulla Samantara - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "The Paris Agreement has not been honored"
Переглядів 3514 днів тому
Hear Prafulla's message to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and become a #ClimateWitness visit: witnessstand.live/join-the-wi... What is the Witness Stand? The “Witness Stand” is an advocacy a...
Šimon Michalčík - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "We bear some responsibility"
Переглядів 1714 днів тому
Hear Šimon's message to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and become a #ClimateWitness visit: witnessstand.live/join-the-wi... What is the Witness Stand? The “Witness Stand” is an advocacy and ...
Jonah Kirabo - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Can you listen to the cries of the mothers?"
Переглядів 3614 днів тому
Hear Jonah's message to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and become a #ClimateWitness visit: witnessstand.live/join-the-wi... What is the Witness Stand? The “Witness Stand” is an advocacy and ...
Atlas Sarrafoğlu - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Prioritize planet over profit"
Переглядів 6228 днів тому
Hear Atlas's message to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and become a #ClimateWitness visit: witnessstand.live/join-the-wi... What is the Witness Stand? The “Witness Stand” is an advocacy and ...
Ashley Singh - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Where is the money to rebuild our homes?"
Переглядів 118Місяць тому
Hear Ashley's message to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and become a #ClimateWitness visit: witnessstand.live/join-the-wi... What is the Witness Stand? The “Witness Stand” is an advocacy and...
Mirriam Fafi Baega - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "We demand your protection for our islands"
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Hear Mirriam 's message from the Solomon Islands to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and become a #ClimateWitness visit: witnessstand.live/join-the-wi... What is the Witness Stand? The “Witness...
Dr. Milla Vaha - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "We as a nation could do more"
Переглядів 176Місяць тому
Hear Dr. Milla Vaha 's message to the International Court of Justice as it hears the biggest climate case in history. All of our Climate justice stories and Witness Stand testimonies can be viewed on the Witness Stand Website: witnessstand.live/ To join the Witness Stand and become a #ClimateWitness visit: witnessstand.live/join-the-wi... What is the Witness Stand? The “Witness Stand” is an adv...
Jack Eastgate - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "You hold the power to right what is wrong"
Переглядів 59Місяць тому
Jack Eastgate - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "You hold the power to right what is wrong"
Peter Sipeli - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "We shall be led by futurists and poets"
Переглядів 127Місяць тому
Peter Sipeli - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "We shall be led by futurists and poets"
Linford Talosui - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "What will remain for future generations?"
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Linford Talosui - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "What will remain for future generations?"
Dr Tolu Muliaina - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "I stand on behalf of my children"
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Dr Tolu Muliaina - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "I stand on behalf of my children"
Anaseini Taka - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "What was once ours. Now lost to the tides"
Переглядів 124Місяць тому
Anaseini Taka - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "What was once ours. Now lost to the tides"
Bedi Racule - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "I have seen my home underwater"
Переглядів 181Місяць тому
Bedi Racule - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "I have seen my home underwater"
Lenora Qereqeretabua - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Land is not a commodity. It is sacred"
Переглядів 362Місяць тому
Lenora Qereqeretabua - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Land is not a commodity. It is sacred"
Latifatou Ouedraogo - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "It was like watching a nightmare"
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Latifatou Ouedraogo - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "It was like watching a nightmare"
Radiatu Khanplaye - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Women are not just victims"
Переглядів 75Місяць тому
Radiatu Khanplaye - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Women are not just victims"
Brittany Nawaqatabu - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Our islands bend to angry winds"
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Brittany Nawaqatabu - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Our islands bend to angry winds"
Trailer: The Witness Stand for Climate Justice
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Trailer: The Witness Stand for Climate Justice
Samira Ben Ali - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "We have to ration the water"
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Samira Ben Ali - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "We have to ration the water"
Khulekani Magwaza - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "For months, kids could not go to school"
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Khulekani Magwaza - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "For months, kids could not go to school"
Pema Wangmo Lama - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "We lost our culture. We lost our languages"
Переглядів 773 місяці тому
Pema Wangmo Lama - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "We lost our culture. We lost our languages"
Melati Wijsen - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "The ocean was leaking. How can an ocean leak?"
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Melati Wijsen - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "The ocean was leaking. How can an ocean leak?"
Ayisha Siddiqa - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Life has become unlivable"
Переглядів 823 місяці тому
Ayisha Siddiqa - Witness Stand for Climate Justice | "Life has become unlivable"

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @FrancisAlfred-n4f
    @FrancisAlfred-n4f 8 днів тому

    Thanks to share our identity

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 10 днів тому

    What a fantastic message from India! Thank you for your tireless work and activism and for fighting for the most vulnerable amongst us. After 10 days of Oral Hearings at the International Court of Justice we can only hope that the judges will listen to the countless countries that highlighted to human rights perspective and called for a progressive Advisioy Opinion to finally hold big polluters accountable!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 10 днів тому

    Wow Pia, what a wonderful wonderful message! You Klimaseniorinnen are absolute pioneers and trailblazers in the fight for climate justice! We hope that you, despite Switzerlands pretty devastating oral hearing at the ICJ, never lose your faith and will to change this system!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 10 днів тому

    Thank you Mateofor joining the Witness Stand and sharing your unique perspective on the progressing climate crisis in Colombia. Within the hearings, Colombia highlighted the duty of states to adopt measures to prevent, mitigate, and adapt to the adverse effects of climate change while ensuring compliance with international agreements such as the Paris Agreement - let's hope the judges will listen to this strong testimony!

    • @boterista
      @boterista 7 днів тому

      Thank you very much guys @notjustcelsius for leading this important movement Stand, and thanks for inviting me! I noticed you already presented in person at the Court in Den Haag! I am following the process and don't hesitate to communicate with me in the next steps. I heard the Witness Stand will be presented in a museum in The Hague , is it correct? Hugs.

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 10 днів тому

    Thank you Kjelld for sharing your unique story and perspective on the progressing crisis and for representing the people of Bonaire, who are still not heard enough (especially in the court room!). These still existing colonial ties highlight the ongoing inequalities and power imbalances that continue to affect the voices and rights of the people of Bonaire and of many other so called territories. We need to ensure that the voices of those most marginalized and vulnerable are amplified and respected in both local and international decision-making processes.

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 10 днів тому

    Such powerful words! Thanks Madeleine for highlighting the burden that future generations have to carry, due to centuries of ignorance and greed. the judges have the power to finally hold those in power accountable and we deeply hope they will not miss this once in a lifetime chance to turn things around...

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 10 днів тому

    Thank you Jonah for your powerful message to the judges and for all the work you do to protect this planet. We need to gather all voices NOW to finally make world leaders understand the urgency of this crisis and the need for climate action - not tomorrow but today!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 10 днів тому

    Thank you Mathani for sharing these deeply intimate family stories and for educating the world about the interlinkages of war and climate change - we truly hope the judges will hear your call and world leaders everywhere will start to act.

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 10 днів тому

    What a powerful message, dear Tamara! Thank you for joining the #WitnessStand and for raising your voice! Rising sea levels and extreme weather events are threatening the livelihoods of far too many climate vulnerable nations, especially coastal and island communities. We don't have much time left, and this Advisory Opinion has the power to finally shift the narrative and hold those in power accountable!

  • @vatimajole
    @vatimajole 19 днів тому

    This is a deep testimony, one could tell how powerful it is.

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Such a powerful witness testimony! Thanks dear Atlas for raising your voice and for your relentless work towards more climate justice!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    A truly powerful witness testimony, dear Ashley! Thanks for highlighting the human cost of the climate crisis. The Oral Hearings are an opportunity for states to take a stand and champion the voices of those still too often ignored. We need climate justice now!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Such a thought-provoking testimony, dear Milla! It’s time for states to step up during the Oral Hearings and advocate for those who bear the brunt of this crisis. A progressive Advisory Opinion is our chance to finally hold leaders accountable and move toward real climate action!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Such a beautiful poem! As states prepare for the Oral Hearings, they must center the voices of those most impacted by climate change. A strong Advisory Opinion is not just desirable-it’s essential for achieving the justice we desperately need. The clock is ticking...

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    This testimony really went deep into the soul - thanks for raising your powerful voice Peter!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    The climate crisis threatens to undermine fundamental human rights like safety, health, and equality. And it threatens those communities the most, that caused the crisis the least. We need states to commit to a progressive Advisory Opinion that prioritizes equity and justice for all!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Such inspiring and touching words. Thanks for sharing your message and highlighting especially the burden that future generations carry. Climate change is not just an environmental issue; it’s a profound human rights challenge that demands immediate action to safeguard the rights and lives of communities now and in the future!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    What a beatidully touching poem, Anaseini! Thanks for sharing it with the world and the judges of the ICJ. Let’s hope states and the judges will step up and recognize the critical need for a transformative and progressive Advisory Opinion!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    This testimony is both a plea and a call to action! With the Oral Hearings nearing, states have a rare opportunity to make history by championing the rights of those most impacted by the climate crisis. No more empty promises, we need a decisive Advisory Opinion to secure a just and sustainable future.

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    What a wonderful testimony, dear Lenora, thanks for raising your powerful voice, we are honored to have you take part in the witness stand! "It is about losing the very essence of who we are" - so pointed and deeply touching. With Oral Hearings around the corner, it’s time for states embrace bold action. Frontline communities have waited long enough, we need an Advisory Opinion that paves the way for lasting change!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Thanks dear Noelene for capturing the urgency of the moment. With the Oral Hearings approaching, we can only hope the judges will listen to your call and confront the inequalities at the heart of the climate crisis. A progressive Advisory Opinion is a moral imperative for survival and justice!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    This testimony is a powerful reminder of the human cost of the climate crisis. With the Oral Hearings just around the corner, states must prioritize voices like yours and especially those from vulnerable and marginalized communities. A bold and progressive Advisory Opinion is necessary to FINALLY transform promises into meaningful action.

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    What a deeply moving testimony! As the Oral Hearings approach, it’s vital that states not only listen but act on the experiences of those most affected by the climate crisis. Marginalized communities deserve justice, and a strong Advisory Opinion could be the turning point we need. No more delays, no more broken promises!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Thanks for this unique and deeply touching testimony! A bold and progressive Advisory Opinion is necessary to transform promises into meaningful action. Let's hope the judges of the ICJ listen to your wonderful song!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    What a wonderful and intimate witness testimony! We don't have long until the Oral Hearings, when states will give their testimonies and HOPEFULLY consider all the voices, especially those of marginalized communities and those at the frontlines of the climate crisis. We need a progressive Advisory Opinion to achieve climate justice, as we don't have time for more empty promises.

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Thank you for this powerful Witness Story and highlighting the loss of ecosystems AND lives. We have to safeguard the beautiful nature that is left on this planet, as well as the lives of all communities. Let's hope and fight for a progressive advisory opinion by the ICJ!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Thank you Laeli for sharing these personal memories with the world and the judges of the ICJ, highlighting the deep connection of your community to the ocean - which due to climate change now seems like the biggest threat.. May the judges listen to your call!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    "Even the dead are not at peace" - so powerful and heartbreaking, really illuminating to the loss of not only lives, but also culture and traditions due to the impacts of the climate crisis. Thanks for sharing your message to the judges!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Wow, so powerful! Thanks Talei for this intimate testimony and for highlighting the devastating effects of this crisis, not only destroying the environment but lives, tradition and culture.

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Thank you for sharing this personal and deeply touching story Ayisha. Life in many parts of the world has truly become unlivable and unfortunately, the worst is yet to come. Thanks for your fantastic work and fighting everyday to achieve climate justice!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    "Not tomorrow but today!" - thanks for highlighting the urgency of climate action and binding principles to safeguard the rights and lives of all. What an important message to the judges!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    A beautiful testimony to the judges of the ICJ! We need to consider indigenous perspectives and knowledge not only when speaking about solutions to the climate crisis but also with regards to sanctions and resource reallocation - those least responsible for the crisis bear the biggest burden, we NEED climate justice now!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    What a strong message from South Africa! Thank you dear Khulekani for highlighting the basic right to education and the direct disruption of this right through the devastating effects of the climate crisis. We NEED climate justice now, to secure education and peace for everyone.

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    Thank you Samira for sharing this powerful story! SO important to educate the world (and the judges...) about the necessity to center human rights principles when speaking about the devastating effects of the climate crisis!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    This is a pivotal moment to reshape international law, ensuring the protection of our planet and fundamental human rights! Pacific nations and other frontline communities face devastating impacts despite contributing minimally to the climate crisis -an unjust burden that threatens their very existence. The ICJAO campaign is a chance to correct these injustices and push for a fairer, more equitable future. So dear judges of the International Court of Justice, please listen to our call!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    So poetic and powerful - wow! Thanks for sharing this wonderful testimony, may the judges listen to you, dear Brittany. ❤

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius 28 днів тому

    What a raw and emotional testimony. It’s stories like these that must guide the discussions during the Oral Hearings. The climate crisis is not abstract-it’s deeply personal for millions. We need states to commit to a progressive Advisory Opinion that prioritizes equity and justice!

  • @Kaidravuni
    @Kaidravuni Місяць тому

    Love this so much. Vinaka Peter!

  • @tashafj
    @tashafj Місяць тому

    Strong statement Milla. Kudos to you!

  • @notjustcelsius
    @notjustcelsius Місяць тому

    Thank you, Stephanie! 💚

    • @pisfcc
      @pisfcc Місяць тому

      Such an important message, so beautifully told

  • @Gooders478
    @Gooders478 2 місяці тому

    If you're so incompetent you can't clean your own rivers up what makes you think white people are going to come running and fix it for you?

  • @ashleyprigent5659
    @ashleyprigent5659 3 місяці тому

    Big big fan of Ben and his music, thanks for featuring him 👏

  • @Beruanlady
    @Beruanlady 3 місяці тому

    ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹

  • @MarebuTiaoti
    @MarebuTiaoti 3 місяці тому

    ❤🇰🇮❤

  • @tjxd9009
    @tjxd9009 3 місяці тому

    Ben is so dang good. Love it!

  • @zoewhite3405
    @zoewhite3405 3 місяці тому

    This was so beautifully spoken and heartbreaking - brought tears to my eyes

  • @LalexAbana
    @LalexAbana 7 місяців тому

    Too good vibes ❤ it

  • @divinz3578
    @divinz3578 10 місяців тому

    keep up di gud vibz 👍👍👍

  • @justinrose1512
    @justinrose1512 Рік тому

    sack your social media advisors!

  • @justinrose1512
    @justinrose1512 Рік тому

    superb!