EACLA & SOAD
Strategic Partnership
Uniting regional parliamentary action with global African diaspora solidarity to advance climate justice and legislative excellence across East Africa
Memorandum of Understanding
A landmark agreement to strengthen climate advocacy and legislative action across East Africa and the African diaspora
The State of the African Diaspora (SOAD) and the East Africa Climate Legislative Assembly (EACLA) have formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance climate change advocacy, harmonize legislative frameworks, and promote sustainable development across East Africa and the wider African diaspora.
→Quote from EACLA Chair
"This MoU represents a vital collaboration that amplifies our efforts to legislate for a just and sustainable future. By joining forces with SOAD, we are aligning regional priorities with global African solidarity for climate justice."
Areas of Cooperation
Joint Policy Development
Climate-responsive legislative policies co-developed by EACLA and SOAD experts
Capacity Building
Technical exchange and capacity building between legislators and diaspora experts
Climate Justice
Promotion of climate justice and indigenous knowledge systems in resilience strategies
Advocacy Campaigns
Joint campaigns addressing climate change impacts on vulnerable communities
Expected Outcomes
Policy Briefs
Joint policy briefs addressing climate challenges in East Africa
Public Awareness
Coordinated public awareness initiatives on climate action
Parliamentary Support
Support mechanisms for national parliaments to implement climate laws
Regional Cooperation
Enhanced collaboration across East African nations and the diaspora
About the State of the African Diaspora (SOAD)
SOAD is a pan-African institution representing the interests and engagement of the African diaspora worldwide in governance, development, and cultural revitalization efforts across the continent.
With a global reach and deep understanding of African challenges, SOAD brings innovation, expertise, and resources to drive sustainable development and climate justice for African communities.
About the East Africa Climate Legislative Assembly
EACLA is a regional parliamentary body committed to promoting climate accountability, legislative innovation, and sustainable development across East Africa.
Through collaborative legislation and policy development, EACLA empowers Members of Parliament to drive climate action that protects vulnerable communities and builds a resilient East African region.
Why This Partnership Matters
Climate Vulnerability
East Africa faces severe climate impacts. This partnership amplifies advocacy for urgent legislative action.
Global Reach
The diaspora brings global perspective, resources, and expertise to complement regional legislative efforts.
Accelerated Impact
Together, EACLA and SOAD can accelerate climate-just legislative transformation across the continent.
Join the Climate Justice Movement
Support the EACLA-SOAD partnership in building a climate-resilient, just, and prosperous East Africa through legislative excellence and diaspora engagement.