Pacific Disability Forum

02/09/2026

01/09/2026

01/09/2026

28/08/2026

The North Pacific Disability-Inclusive Climate Dialogue has come to a successful conclusion.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our sponsors Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, The Global Fund for Disability, not forgetting our OPD partner on the ground MIDPO, for its huge assistance since the build up to this week, and all OPDs whose contributions, perspectives, and engagement were instrumental in achieving the outcomes of this Dialogue.

Together, we have strengthened partnerships, fostered meaningful dialogue, and advanced disability-inclusive climate action across the Pacific.

Thank you for your commitment and support in making this event a remarkable success.

28/08/2026

Media Release

North Pacific Disability‑Inclusive Climate Dialogue – Day 4 Highlights

Day 4 of the North Pacific Disability‑Inclusive Climate Dialogue opened with mock presentations of national and regional recommendations to government representatives, development partners, and key stakeholders.

These simulations were designed to build the confidence and capacity of participants to speak with authority on disability inclusion in climate policy. By practicing delivery in a structured environment, participants strengthened their ability to be bold, vocal, and uncompromising in ensuring disability perspectives are embedded in climate dialogue.

Key outcomes included:

- Enhanced advocacy skills – Participants refined their ability to present recommendations with clarity and conviction.

- Empowerment through practice – Mock runs provided a safe platform to sharpen messaging and prepare for real‑world negotiations.

- Inclusive climate focus – Reinforcing the principle that climate justice cannot be achieved without disability justice.

This session underscored the importance of equipping advocates to speak truth to power, ensuring that disability voices are heard and acted upon in national, regional, and global climate platforms.

27/08/2026

27/08/2026

Photos from the North Pacific Disability Inclusive Climate Dialogue 2026

27/08/2026

North Pacific Disability Climate Dialogue – Day 4 Update
Majuro, Marshall Islands – 27 August 2026

The fourth day of the North Pacific Disability Climate Dialogue brought renewed urgency and solidarity as participants advanced discussions on inclusive disaster preparedness, climate resilience, and disability rights across the region.

Key Developments
Regional OPDs (Organizations of Persons with Disabilities) presented lived experiences of climate impacts, underscoring the need for accessible evacuation centers, inclusive early warning systems, and equitable recovery planning.

Government leaders reaffirmed commitments to integrate disability inclusion into national climate policies, in line with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).

Youth and women with disabilities delivered compelling testimonies, calling for stronger representation in climate decision‑making processes.

Technical experts introduced innovative community‑based adaptation models that embed disability‑inclusive strategies.

Emerging Themes
Strengthening regional solidarity among North Pacific nations.

Ensuring funding mechanisms prioritize disability‑inclusive climate action.

Bridging traditional Pacific knowledge with modern climate science to build resilient communities.

Looking Ahead
As the Dialogue moves toward its closing sessions, participants are shaping a North Pacific Disability Climate Action Statement to guide future advocacy, policy engagement, and regional cooperation.


“Climate justice cannot be achieved without disability inclusion. The North Pacific is showing the world how resilience and rights must go hand in hand.”

25/08/2026

PDF and MIDPO were privileged to pay a courtesy visit to the President of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, where productive discussions focused on the ongoing Disability-Inclusive Climate Dialogue at USP Marshall Islands and the importance of inclusive laws, policies, and the rights of persons with disabilities.

PDF expressed its readiness to support both the Government of the Marshall Islands and MIDPO in strengthening disability-inclusive development and advancing the implementation of the CRPD.

The visit was marked by a special exchange of gifts between Her Excellency the President and the PDF CEO, reflecting the strong partnership and mutual commitment to creating a more inclusive future.

Together, we are building a Pacific where no one is left behind.