COP 28 Legal Protection Center

Find legal support for the safety of climate activists attending and traveling home during the annual United Nations climate conference.

Preparations of COP28 with people walking through facilities
WHERE IS COP 28 THIS YEAR?

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Climate activists can reach legal advice via WhatsApp, Signal, or email November 28 – December 15, 2023

SIGNAL & WHATSAPP (TEXT ONLY)

EMAIL

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The COP 28 Legal Protection Center offers legal resources to global coalitions and climate activists during COP 28.

COP 28 Know the Law & Holistic Security Legal Guide

This Guide provides information about UAE laws and their implications for those who attend COP, as well as practical steps for securing information and holistic security before, during, and after the conference. Revised 11.16.2023.

Other Resources

Previous COP Guides

Visit our News and Resources page to read earlier COP guides from CliDef.

Launch of COP 28 Legal Protection Center

CliDef’s press release announcing the legal protection center and providing details about its history and founding.

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Given the complex threats they face, legal defense for climate defenders is a fundamental component of any strategy to address the climate crisis. Please contact us to learn how to support and get involved in our work.