The COP25 will be a crucial moment for governments to finalize and adopt the guidelines for an effective implementation of the Paris Agreement. As faith-based organizations, we are aware of the immense threat climate change is imposing on people’s lives, on the effective enjoyment of their rights, especially for those who are in vulnerable situations, and on the ecosystems on which our lives depend. One year after the Interfaith gathering and dialogue in Katowice, Poland, we would like to take this opportunity in Madrid, Spain, to revisit and reinforce together our commitment to fair and effective climate action. We invite all faith-oriented participants of COP25 and other civil society groups to take part in this informal gathering, ensuring a follow up to the COP24 Interfaith Dialogue.

What will we do?

• A panel to prepare for the COP25
• Small-group sharing where participants exchange perspectives and thoughts on different related topics
• A plenary discussion closing up the small-group dialogues
• A time for hope, prayer and reflection sharing

Program:

Interpretation Spanish / English will take place thanks to a FM system, please bring your android phone and headphones.

• 15:30 – 16:00: Registration
• 16:00 – 19:00: Interfaith Dialogue
• 16:00: Welcome and Finding from Katowice Interfaith Dialogue
• 16:15: Panel Discussion
• 16:45: Method of work and group division
• 17:00 Group discussions
• 18:00 Plenary and Closing
• 19:00 – 20:00: Interfaith Service
• 20:00 – 21:00: Dinner