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Report on SIDS discussion from Civil Society Organizations – Input for the
third UN SIDS Conferenc e in Samoa – 6 August 2014
Introduction - Context of SIDS (Small Island Developing States)
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the first United Nations global conference on Small Island Developing States in
Barbados, and this year has also been declared, the International Year of Small Island Developing States. Therefore,
there is a global concern and momentum towards the SIDS discussion.
Small Island Developing States, comprise 39 independent Small Island states globally. They share common
characteristics, to name only three1:
Small geographic area
Dependence of the economy on a few sources of income
Low level of resilience against natural disasters
The major important events in the total timeline of Small Island Developing States2:
1992 –Recognition of a special group of states that share common characteristics as mentioned below,
the Small Island Developing States
1994 – UN Global Conference on SIDS in Barbados. Result is the Barbados Programme of Action (BPOA)
2005 – International meeting in Mauritius to discuss the BPOA. The meeting adopts the Mauritius
Strategy and Mauritius Declaration
2014 – The third International conference on SIDS in Samoa
The following national priorities have been documented in a SIDS national report for Suriname, produced in
the period June – July 2013 (by A. Tjon Sie Fat). These priorities have also been discussed in a powerpoint
presentation, see appendix 3.
National Priorities for Suriname
On the basis of the frameworks and criteria formulated and used during the stakeholder consultation
workshop on 19 June 2013, eight national priorities were initially identified for Suriname:
1. Agriculture and food security
2. Natural resources management, incl. fisheries management and oceans governance
3. Water resources management
4. Energy, incl. renewable energy and energy efficiency
5. Climate change and sea level rise
6. Biodiversity conservation
1http://www.un.org/en/events/islands2014/didyouknow.shtml
2http://www.un.org/en/events/islands2014/smallislands.shtml
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7. Waste management and chemicals management
8. Sustainable tourism
Why is Civil Society Organization participation important for sustainable development in SIDS?
In August 2013 there was a Caribbean Civil Society Consultative discussion in Barbados, out of which a
discussion paper was published with the following highlights:3
CSOs (Civil Society Organizations) have always played a role in the development of Caribbean
communities, though traditionally that role was limited mainly to community volunteer efforts. Over
the past three decades, the characteristics and work of the civil society sectorin the Caribbean has
evolved, particularly since, and in line with, the evolution of the global environment and development
agenda.
This discussion papers identifies a number of actions intended to address key issues in the BPOA
(Barbados Plan of Action) and MSI (Mauritius Strategy of Implementation). In particular, it is identifies
increased engagement of civil society as critical to the process.
Suriname however, did not participate at this discussion. It is important for Suriname Civil Society
Organization (CSO) to contribute to regional and global discussions, so we can exchange ideas and lessons with
the other SIDS. The Small Grants Programme wants to enable this discussion and support Civil Society
Organizations and Community Based Organizations to play a role in the national SIDS agenda. This first SIDS
discussion facilitated by SGP Suriname was intended to inform key CSOs and CBOs (Community Based
Organizations) on SIDS (what is it, why the momentum) and to enable an initial discussion with the target
group.
This event took place on Wednesday, August 6, 2014 with a group of key stakeholders and grantees (see
appendix 1 for the list of attendees). We hope that this report can support the government’s representation in
Samoa with useful input from the Civil Society Sector regarding the SIDS priority areas. A list of attendees can
be found attached to this report.
3http://www.sids2014.org/index.php?page=view&type=66&nr=5771&menu=1494&template=854
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SIDS discussion notes and outcomes
August 06, 2014
Paramaribo, Suriname
Introduction
At the start of the meeting everyone present briefly introduced themselves and their organization. The Deputy
Regional Representative for the UNDP Suriname Office, Armstrong Alexis, gave a brief welcome introduction
to all the participants. He expressed his hope that after the discussion everyone will have a better
understanding of what SIDS is, why Suriname is a SIDS, and why an accelerated focus on SIDS. Suriname is
considered a SIDS on the basis of the criteria mentioned before: low lying coast line, major dependency upon
a few sources of income. There are other countries like Suriname, such as Guyana, that is also considered a
SIDS. For Suriname off course, the CO2 emissions are almost negligible when compared with large industrial
countries. Therefore, climate change resilience and adaptation is a more realistic topic then reducing CO2
emissions.
Afterwards, Cedric Nelom (the national focal point for SIDS in Suriname, as well as the deputy director for the
National Institute for Environment), gave a short review of the definition of a SIDS and why Suriname is
considered a SIDS. The SIDS process on an international, regional, and the national level was also presented.
He briefly went through the discussions at the BPOA, Mauritius, and the modalities set for the S.A.M.O.A.
meeting. The powerpoint slides are attached as appendix 3.
A short discussion followed this presentation. Some key points that were brought forth:
- Effective communication is key in the SIDS process, especially between the Government, local
governance, and the communities themselves.
- A number of the participants expressed that this is the first time they have heard of SIDS and
Suriname’s participation in the UN SIDS agenda on an international level.
- The participants would like to know what has been captured in the SIDS national document and how it
affects them. What are the actions being taken by the government related to the document?
- Cedric Nelom highlighted the current preparation REDD+ project that has just taken off this year, and is
one of the national strategies to see how Suriname can further protect its tropical rainforest, while at
the same time enabling development for especially the rural communities. The REDD+ document is
one where climate change resilience and adaptation are incorporated, which in turn, are embedded in
the SIDS report.
- It was highlighted that CSOs are also key in any implementation process of SIDS action points. These
kind of meetings are crucial to engage CSOs in sustainable development agenda’s.
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- The realization of the SIDS national report in 2013, does not
directly result in international donor financial commitments,
but does give Suriname the perspectives to discuss her needs and position in international
conferences, such as the upcoming one in Samoa.
Discussion round and outcomes
Prior to the discussion round, the moderator reviewed all the national priorities set in the national SIDS
meeting held in June 2013. She then raised the question to all the participants: how do you see your
organization within the SIDS discussion on sustainable development and how they, as an organization, would
put this forward within their own network/community.
A great deal of the discussions centred around three main areas/issues:
1. Private sector
- Several members from this sector indicated that within all production chains there is corporate
responsibility, and that all companies should be aware of their carbon footprint. Numerous companies
already have setup funds for community projects.
2. Media/Education/Awareness
- Several organizations expressed the need for awareness programs with regards to SIDS and climate
change and adaptation.
- Part of this awareness is directly related to a change in attitude of people/communities towards their
reluctance in resolving environmental issues. This accounts for both communities in the cities, as well
as communities in the interior. We need to reach out to individuals, who are then able to choose for
themselves to make a change, to reduce their carbon footprint.
- Culture is very important in developing media awareness. In Suriname we are very multi-cultural, and
awareness needs to be tailored towards the respective cultures, and in the different languages
3. Community participation
- The representatives from both indigenous community, as well as the tribal community, voiced their
displeasure in how the process of national SIDS has taken place without actual consultation from these
communities. The communities would like to have control over their own sustainable development
plans and work with the government in fitting it within the national strategies for sustainable
development (bottom up approach)
After the discussion round there was a wrap-up of the points that were brought up. These points will be
presented to the SIDS focal point in Suriname.
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1. Awareness programs at the local level should be established to
make people aware of SIDS and help them visualize long term
processes related to climate change and adaptation. Awareness campaigns at the national level should
also be implemented. These programs should be an ongoing process and should lead to a change in
attitude with regards to environmental issues.
2. Capacity strengthening within the communities should be increased to help these communities make
informed decisions on policies related to overall conservation efforts.
3. Implementation and verification of corporate responsibility guidelines by all businesses for a more
green approach and image. Businesses should be able to demonstrate that they adhere to these
guidelines and create a positive attitude towards environmental protection.
4. Complete participation by the focal groups in the SIDS discussion at the national level.
5. Communities should be able to formulate their own views on sustainable development.
6. Recognize that indigenous and tribal communities have their own views and methods on conservation
and sustainable development. As such, the government and other agencies should also recognize that
these communities will have for example alternative documentation methods (no writing on paper,
but perhaps with videos and pictures).
7. Effective communication between the government and the communities, and vice versa, is of
paramount importance to the development of environmental policies. Better communication will also
lead to mutual respect and better leadership.
Overarching themes and keywords: Coordination, partnerships, synergies, respect, leadership.
At the end of the day the following keypoints were noted during the evaluation/wrap up:
1. It is a good initiative to inform CSOs on these issues, particularly because not everyone was aware or had prior
knowledge of SIDS
2. For those CSOs whose project just got approved in the morning (official contract signature for 5 new projects
preceded the SIDS discussion), they were keen to incorporate these issues discussed in their project
3. It was a very interesting mix of different background, from community representatives, to academics, but also
the private sector
4. The CSOs would like to highlight the follow up of this session. SGP Suriname has indicated that there will
certainly be a follow up this year, to inform CSOs and other stakeholders on the outcomes of the Samoa
conference.
5. The Suriname Business Forum representatives indicated that they have the capacity and facilities to bring
together stakeholders from the private sector to engage in the SIDS process.
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Appendix 1 List of attendees SIDS Civil Society Organizations discussion
Organization Name Email Telephone 1 Centre for Agricultural
Research in Suriname Razia Taus r.taus@celos.sr.org 8650033
2 Centre for Agricultural Research in Suriname
Jamille Haarloo j.r.haarloo@gmail.com 8975357
3 Suriname Business Centre Kenneth Foe-A-Man Kenneth.fam@suriprint.com 8814043
4 Suriname Business Centre Winston Wielson wwielson@sbc.sr 8548496/449010
5 Suriname Business Centre/Suriname Business Form
Ratan Kalka rkalka@sbc.sr 8833804/499010
6 Foundation Lodgeholders Upper Suriname River (CBO)
Bertus Dinge jangjanman@gmail.com 8841273/7412053
7 Foundation Lodgeholders Upper Suriname River (CBO)
Brigitte Kuchler brigitte.kuechler@upper-suriname.com 8648318
8 Women Business Group Ozelien Booboo osibooboo_11@hotmail.com 8931981
9 Foundation MaSosie (CBO) Rawella Dalh Rawella92.dalh@gmail.com 7199079
10 Foundation MaSosie (CBO) Edgar Eersteling e.e.s.eersteling@hotmail.com 8854649
11 National Womens Movement
Cheryl Sastro saschery@gmail.com 8671565
12 National Zoological Collection Suriname
Usha Satnarain ushasatnarain@hotmail.com 8529991
13 Organization of Indigenous Village Chiefs Suriname (CBO)
Josee Artist joseeartist@yahoo.com 8238244/520130
14 Foundation UCARE Reshmi Bihariesingh ranoeka@gmail.com 8764988/7248592
15 Foundation for Development of Radio & Television in Suriname
Loes Trustfull nelloes@sr.net 8731401
16 Prohealth Jennifer Zuidveen dirprohealth@yahoo.com 432496
17 SGP Suriname Tanja Lieuw t.lieuw@undp.org 420030/421419
18 SGP Suriname Arioene Vreezaam arioenev@unops.org 420030
19 UNDP Suriname intern Yolanda A. Collins Collins_yolanda@ceu-budapest.edu 742-9658
20 UNDP Suriname Ruben Martoredjo ruben.martoredjo@undp.org 420030/421421
21 UN coordination analyst Faranaaz Pahalwankhan Faranaaz.guman-pahalwankhan@one.un.org 420030/421422
22 UNDP Suriname Armstrong Alexis armstrong.alexis@undp.org 420030/421417
23 National Institute for Environment and Development in Suriname (SIDS Focal Point)
Cedric Nelom cnelom@nimos.org 420030/421423
24 Moderator Anette Tjon Sie Fat annettetsf@gmail.com 420030/421424
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Appendix 2
Agenda of the SIDS Civil Society Organization discussion
Location: UN Conference room, Gonggrijpstraat 25, Paramaribo, Suriname
Moderator: Annette Tjon Sie Fat
11:00 Welcome and introduction by Armstrong Alexis, UNDP Deputy Resident Representative
11:15 Introduction of SIDS global and national agenda by Cedric Nelom, deputy Director National Institute for
Environment (and SIDS national focal point and GEF Operational focal point)
11:40 Short break
12:00 Roundtable discussion with everyone
13:45 Wrap up of the discussion / evaluation of the day
14:00 End of discussion
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Appendix 3
Presentation by Cedric Nelom (deputy director of the National Institute for Environment and Development in Suriname)
for SIDS CSO information and discussion event (August 6, 2014)
INHOUD
• 1992 Rio Conferentie
• Barbados Programme of Action (BPOA)/Mauritius Strategy for further Implementation of BPOA /S.A.M.O.A
• Suriname SIDS 2014
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WAT IS EEN SIDS?
Laag liggende landen die t.a.v. duurzame
ontwikkeling uitdagingen gemeen hebben
inclusief kleine maar groeiende populaties, beperkte
hulpbronnen, afgelegenheid, vatbaar voor natuurlijke
rampen, kwestbaar voor externe schokken,
overdadige afhankelijkheid van internationale handel
& fragiele milieu’s.
Gebieden (in totaal 52 landen & territoria):
Caribbean
AIMS (Atlantic, Indian Ocean and South China Sea)
Pacific
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1992 RIO CONFERENTIE
Erkenning dat SIDS unieke &
bijzondere kwestbaarheden en
karakteristieken hebben
z.a. klein in omvang, klimaatverandering &
stijging zeespiegel, natuurlijke & milieu
rampen, beperkte hulpbronnen, etc.
Ondersteuning vereist om Duurzaam
te ontwikkelen
BARBADOS PROGRAMME OF ACTION
(BPOA) 1994 geadopteerd door internationale
gemeenschap als eerste voorbeeld van
wereldwijd partnerschap tussen ontwikkelde
en ontwikkelingslanden
14 prioriteitsgebieden en speciale acties om
de uitdagingen aan te gaan.
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MAURITIUS STRATEGY FOR FURTHER
IMPLEMENTATION OF BPOA
2005 geadopteerd
MSI focus zijn acties en strategieën in
19 prioriteitsgebieden.
BPOA VS MSIChapter Barbados Programme of Action (BPoA) Chapter Mauritis Strategy (MSI)
1 Climate Change and Sea Level Rise 1 Climate Change and Sea Level Rise
2 Natural and Environmental Disasters 2 Natural and Environmental Disasters
3 Management of Waste 3 Management of Waste
4 Coastal and Marine Resources 4 Coastal and Marine Resources
5 Freshwater Resources 5 Freshwater Resources
6 Land Resources 6 Land Resources
7 Energy Resources 7 Energy Resources
8 Tourism Resources 8 Tourism Resources
9 Biodiversity Resources 9 Biodiversity Resources
10 National Institutions and Administrative Capacities
10 Transportation and Communication
11 Regional Institutions and Technical Cooperation
11 Science and Technology
12 Transportation and Communication 12 Graduation from least developed country status
13 Science and Technology 13 Trade: globalization and trade liberalization
14 Human Resource Development 14 Sustainable Capacity development and education for sustainable development
15 Sustainable production and consumption
16 National and Regional enabling environments
17 Health
18 Knowledge management and information for decision-making
19 Culture
Bron: www.sidsnet.org/thematic-areas
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SAMOA CONFERENTIE
Tijdens Rio+20 in Juni 2012 is bepaald dat in
2014 een 3e SIDS Conferentie
Vanaf Juli 2013 Preparatory Meetings
- regionale meetings (Juli 2013--Jamaica)
- inter-regionale meeting (Aug 2013--Barbados)
- Drafting Outcome Document (Feb – Juli 2014--VN)
3e SIDS Conferentie 1 – 4 Sept 2014
(SIDS Accelerated Modalities Of Action (S.A.M.O.A.) Pathway)
SIDS Accelerated Modalities Of Action1 Sustained and Sustainable, Inclusive and Equitable Economic
Growth with Decent Work for All
2 Climate Change
3 Sustainable Energy
4 Disaster Risk Reduction
5 Oceans and Seas
6 Food Security and Nutrition
7 Water and Sanitation
8 Sustainable Transport
9 Sustainable Consumption and Production
10 Management of Chemicals and Waste, including Hazardous Waste
11 Health and NCDs
12 Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment
13 Social Development
14 Biodiversity
15 Means of Implementation, including Partnerships
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SURINAME SIDS 2014 (1/2)
Priority Areas National Report:
- Agriculture and Food security
- Natural resources management, incl. fisheries
management and oceans governance
-Water resources management
- Energy, incl. renewable energy and energy efficiency
- Climate change and sea level rise
- Biodiversity
-Waste management and chemicals management
NATIONAL EMERGING ISSUES (2/2)
Culture
Education
Population trends
Health and well-being
Poverty eradication
Land use planning and management
Coordination, collaboration and
governance
Regional and international cooperation
Financing
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RECAP
• 1992 Rio Conferentie
• Barbados Programme of Action (BPOA)/Mauritius Strategy for further Implementation of BPOA /S.A.M.O.A
• Nationaal Rapport Suriname SIDS 2014
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