Ivy appeals to the judges of the International Court at The Hague in the Netherlands along with a coalition of other Indigenous leaders calling for recognition and resolution of the harmful effects of climate change upon frontline communities across the globe.

Ivy explains her calling to become a voice for restoring Mother Earth, recognizing the way the body of Mother Earth has become disconnected, and seeing ways to reconnect. She explains her decision to leave home and become an ally with others working to bring change on levels of governance and innovation across the globe. The people, especially today’s young people, drive Ivy’s inner conviction to move the Earth forward toward collective action.

After five years of relentless advocacy, Polynesian students from Vanuatu secured the backing of 97 countries at the United Nations to present an emergency climate justice case to the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands. Aunty Ivy, serving as an Indigenous representative, stood in solidarity with the young voices of these delegations, amplifying their call for justice.

Ivy calls for unity and action, urging an end to broken promises at the United Nations COP. She emphasizes that standing together is the only way forward. No more talking, we urgently need action to create an inclusive system that cares for everyone and the planet.

At United Nations COP26, the Peoples Forests Partnership brings together global voices to restore forests and protect our planet. Ivy speaks about the sacrifices made to support “yesterday, for today, to save tomorrow.” Indigenous guardians of Mother Earth share their urgent call to act, only to leave with broken promises year after year.