The CSRI Initiative side event will bring together regional and international stakeholders to explore transformative pathways and collaborative partnerships for translating the ambitious goals of SIDS4 into tangible climate action. As a platform for collaboration, the CSRI Initiative aims to make climate finance effective for SIDS and the unique challenges they face. With a specific focus on water security, the side event seeks to identify champions willing to take initiative to jointly advance the CSRI Climate Resilient Water Security Programme.