As world leaders gather for COP28, 26-year-old, Nevisian, Kerese R.A. Elliott, who resides in Gingerland, Nevis, is poised to represent St. Kitts and Nevis. She will participate in multiple panel discussions designed to address the various aspects of climate change, specifically sustainable fashion. Kerese is among nine (09) other participants who were selected from over 500 persons to represent the Caribbean Climate Justice Leaders Academy (CCJLA). Kerese is the only participant from the Leeward Islands.
Many international communities anticipate crucial discussions on climate action. From groundbreaking policies to impassioned calls for change, attendees are poised to address the urgent challenges of our time. Kerese hopes for significant changes and eagerly anticipates further enlightenment, as she plans to sensitize St. Kitts and Nevis upon her return.
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Kerese was also quoted in the British Euro News for her frank call for action.
Kerese Elliott from St. Kitts & Nevis adds that a successful conference would be one that ensures “those in attendance walk the walk once they return home as the true fight is after COP28”.