A key outcome of the High-Level Dialogue and workshop was the commitment among participants to collaborate and share insights and expertise in planning and implementing climate change action. This was reflected in the Outcome Statement adopted at the conclusion of proceedings and the Guide for government on applying a human rights-based approach to climate change actions. The workshop was also effective in its goal to deepen knowledge and understanding of the key areas of discussion. Using pre- and post-workshop questionnaires, the NHRI recorded a significant increase in knowledge among participants in the following four areas. Participant knowledge Before workshop After workshop Knowledge of the link between human rights and climate change 99% little understanding 99% increased Knowledge of human rights-based approach, especially relating to climate change 99% little understanding 99% increased Knowledge of the right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment 55% little understanding 99% increase 45% some understanding 5% reasonable understanding Knowledge of international and national legal framework relating to human rights and climate change 99% little understanding 30% increased 70% reasonable increase Outputs The following resources were produced as part of the High-Level Dialogue and workshop: ● ● ● Participant resource booklet, which described the role of the NHRI, the relevant UN resolutions and mechanisms, and the importance of applying a human rights-based approach in all climate change actions Guide for government on the key principles to apply in a human rights-based approach to climate change actions Outcome Statement, which recommended that the government mainstream and implement a human rights-based approach in all climate change actions. - 27 -

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