ABSTRACT
This research paper seeks to analyze the Loss and Damage Fund, which is an important source of funding by the UNFCCC to mitigate and address the disastrous effects of climate change on nations and societies that are vulnerable to the negative impacts resulting from climate change. Based on the goals listed above, the following research questions are formulated: primary, what was the effectiveness of the Loss and Damage Fund, its capacity for delivering justice, and support to the most vulnerable from climate change, and what are possible enhancements? The approaches enable the Fund governance structure, fund eligibility criteria, theories of access, and funding approaches, along with the assessment of the case and data of the affected community to be comprehensively analyzed. From the major findings it can be concluded that the establishment of the Loss and Damage Fund was a major step toward reducing climate losses and damages, however, there are challenges that need to be tackled more, for example, lack of access to funding sources, insufficient institutional and technical support, and stronger call for creativity and inclusiveness. The research concludes with policy implications as well as recommendations that may help enhance the Loss and Damage Fund, including the need for enhanced funding, prospects for international cooperation, calls for community-level adaptation, and well-_ordered institutional and legal frameworks.

Authors:
Juan Pierre
Reeshabh Shayan Tupsee
Zakiyyah Bibi Azraa Mungroo

Co-Authors:
Nafeesa Baloch
Awikpe Anirejoritse Collins

UNESCO Moderator:
Juan Pierre