From June 16 to 20, 2025, G2P had the honor of leading a strategic workshop in Lomé (Togo) focused on drafting funding proposals for the Global Environment Facility (GEF). Organized within the framework of the WACA (West Africa Coastal Areas) program and in partnership with the Ministry of Environment and Forest Resources (MERF), this workshop marked a key milestone in building national institutions’ capacity on climate mechanisms.
Bringing together about thirty participants, including 10 women, from ministries, universities, and technical organizations, the session combined conceptual presentations, practical exercises, and personalized support around GEF tools. The innovative educational approach blended flipped classrooms, subgroup work, and the use of the PM Training Hub e-learning platform developed by G2P.
By the end of the week, participants laid the groundwork for an ambitious “WACA II” program structured around eight child projects focusing on maritime governance, the blue economy, and marine science. A roadmap for finalization was adopted to prepare the submission of a consolidated concept note.
This workshop exemplifies G2P’s commitment to supporting governments and their partners in accessing international climate finance through approaches that are technical, inclusive, and grounded in national realities. A follow-up session is already in preparation to further develop the operational setup of the identified projects.
