The Climate Summit in South Africa may have come to a close but the battle against climate change continues.

Dóchas, the umbrella organisation of Irish overseas aid organisations, has appointed Jim Clarken as its new chairperson. The appointment marks a new phase in the life of Dóchas, which brings together 46 Irish aid agencies.

“Although we are living in challenging times, public support for investing in overseas aid continues to be strong. In more ways than one, Ireland’s calling card to the world is our reputation that will stand up against injustice and human suffering. Ireland has often been praised for its overseas aid programme, and we have proof that our aid works. As a small, open economy, Ireland depends on its global reputation as a reliable partner and as a people that keeps its promises,” said Jim Clarken.

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