Category: Overseas Aid

News this week… Climate Council Review, AquaSplash joins Active facilities, Safe Places Scheme launched, and more

This week, the Government of Jersey shared several updates reflecting its ongoing commitment to sustainability, community safety, health empowerment, and international cooperation. Climate Council Commences Strategic ReviewThe Jersey Climate Council has begun a strategic review of the Island’s Climate Action Plan. This process will assess progress made so far and identify opportunities to accelerate Jersey’s … Read more News this week… Climate Council Review, AquaSplash joins Active facilities, Safe Places Scheme launched, and more

What role can a small island play in addressing the world’s biggest humanitarian crises? More than you might think

Inside Gov: Why Jersey’s Role in Global Humanitarian Leadership Matters, by Ed Lewis, Executive Director, Jersey Overseas Aid When I sat down to host the latest Inside Gov podcast, the humanitarian community was facing unprecedented challenges. Global aid cuts had drastically reduced agencies’ ability to deliver – just as climate emergencies, conflict, and displacement were driving needs … Read more What role can a small island play in addressing the world’s biggest humanitarian crises? More than you might think

Dairy for Development – Jersey’s Growing Impact in Zambia

Minister for International Development and JOA Chair Deputy Carolyn Labey reflects on Jersey’s growing impact in Zambia, where dairy development is transforming livelihoods and strengthening key partnerships. As I reflect on my recent visit to Zambia, I am struck not only by the warmth of the welcome we received but also by the depth of … Read more Dairy for Development – Jersey’s Growing Impact in Zambia

Jersey’s Humanitarian Programme: A Source of Pride and Global Influence

By Deputy Carolyn Labey, Minister for International Development and Chair of Jersey Overseas Aid Earlier this year, alongside the Chief Minister, Bailiff and David Peppiatt, Director at the British Red Cross, I had the honour of delivering a keynote speech for the 80th anniversary of Jersey’s Liberation. Speaking on such an important milestone was a … Read more Jersey’s Humanitarian Programme: A Source of Pride and Global Influence