ID SR IDPs statement Order of Malta
On June 21st, 2024, Mr Yannick Galeazzi, First Secretary, intervened during the Interactive Dialogue on the human rights of internally displaced persons and introduced the Special Rapporteur’s report on the “planned relocation of people in the context of disasters and the adverse effects of climate change,” emphasising the significant impacts on displacement.
The First Secretary highlighted that climate change and natural disasters are significant causes of displacement, severely affecting vulnerable populations. He noted Malteser International’s active involvement in emergency relief and long-term projects, focusing on increasing resilience and incorporating sustainability.
The Sovereign Order of Malta echoed the Special Rapporteur’s recommendations, emphasising the shared responsibility of all stakeholders in addressing climate change and mitigating its adverse effects on humanity and the planet.