M Zakir Hossain Khan, Chief Executive of Change Initiative, has been designated as a Civil Society Active Observer for the Strategic Climate Fund (SCF) Trust Fund Committee at the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) for the 2025–2027 term. Additionally, Change Initiative has been selected as an Observer organization, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening climate governance and ensuring that climate finance reaches vulnerable communities.
"It is an honor to contribute to CIF’s decision-making process, representing civil society in shaping climate investment policies and ensuring accountability in climate finance," said M Zakir Hossain Khan. He added, "Our role is to influence policy discussions, monitor CIF-financed projects, and advocate for financial mechanisms that prioritize climate-vulnerable countries. We are committed to collaborating with stakeholders to promote natural rights-led governance, ensuring equity, justice, and well-being."
As a CIF Observer, Change Initiative will focus on four key areas:
• Influencing CIF policies and operational decisions at the global level.
• Shaping and monitoring national climate strategies to align with equity and sustainability principles.
• Enhancing transparency and accountability by tracking CIF-financed projects at the local level.
• Strengthening stakeholder engagement across global, regional, national, and local levels to foster knowledge sharing and inclusive climate action.
About the Climate Investment Funds (CIF)
Established in 2008, the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) is one of the world’s largest multilateral climate finance mechanisms dedicated to accelerating low-carbon, climate-resilient development. CIF is supported by the World Bank and operates through multilateral development banks to finance clean energy, climate adaptation, and resilience-building efforts in developing countries. Its multi-stakeholder governance model ensures broad representation, including civil society, Indigenous communities, and private sector entities. The selection of Civil Society Active Observers follows a rigorous and independent process designed to ensure diverse representation and promote transparency in climate finance governance. For more: https://www.cif.org/strategic-climate-fund-governance-structure
About Change Initiative
Change Initiative is a research-driven think tank addressing critical global challenges. Founded in 2018, it specializes in developing innovative, inclusive, and impactful solutions for climate resilience, renewable energy, and social equity. Through research, policy engagement, and community-driven initiatives, Change Initiative advances natural rights-led governance, ensuring the well-being of vulnerable communities and promoting a just climate transition.
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