BELÉM, brazil, November 14 (IPS) – Farmer and climate activist from Nigeria, Melody Areola, is beating the heat in Belém and voicing farmers’ rights in climate discussions. As the UN Climate Conference, COP30, in Brazil approaches the end of its first week, activists like Melody are making their voices louder.
Ignoring the humidity-fueled heat on Wednesday evening, she chanted slogans and addressed the crowd of activists and participants. “No Farmer, No Food,” she said loudly, with the group echoing her chants.
“Every international agreement should be about and centered around people,” she says.
Indigenous activists want recognition of their land. Credit: Tanka Dhakal/IPS
Activists voice concerns about the planet at COP30. Credit: Tanka Dhakal/IPS
# Protests Grow at COP30 Demanding Adaptation Justice
In Belém, protests from Indigenous communities are growing daily.They are demanding recognition of their land and knowledge as a system of climate adaptation. This morning (Friday, Nov 14), a group of Indigenous people blocked the main entrance for some time while protesting silently.
While their protest was peaceful, a breach of the premises by protestors earlier in the week prompted the UNFCCC to send a message of reassurance: “Please be aware ther is a peaceful exhibition taking place at the front entrance to the Blue Zone.There is no danger.”
With each new protest, security is becoming more visible, with riot gear and shields guarding the venue as delegates take selfies.
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