Moving Forward: Advocacy and Ratification of the Escazú Agreement

About this episode

Nicole Leotaud discusses the importance of ratifying the Escazú Agreement for environmental justice in Jamaica and the Caribbean.

In the final episode of Defending Our Rights: Environmental Justice in Jamaica , Nicole Leotaud, Elected Representative to the Public for the Escazú Agreement, reflects on what’s next for Jamaica and the wider Caribbean. The conversation unpacks why ratification of the treaty is critical, the gaps in public awareness, and how greater participation can transform environmental decision-making. Nicole highlights lessons from other countries, the role of civil society in holding governments accountable, and the collaborative push needed to secure stronger protections for environmental defenders. This closing episode looks ahead, offering practical ways advocacy can turn momentum into lasting change. The views expressed in this video are those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect those of the Jamaica Environment Trust. Connect with the Defending Our Rights: Environmental Justice in Jamaica Campaign! Visit - https://defenders.jamentrust.org/ Follow - https://www.instagram.com/defendersja/ Episodes also available at - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/global-yaadie/

People in this episode

Guest: Nicole Leotaud

Topics covered

• environmental justice
• advocacy
• treaty ratification
• public awareness
• civil society
• environmental defenders

Keywords

• Escazú Agreement
• environmental justice
• Jamaica
• advocacy
• civil society
• environmental defenders
• treaty ratification

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Jamaica Environment Trust, Defending Our Rights: Environmental Justice in Jamaica, Escazú Agreement

Places: Jamaica, Caribbean