There are over 115 Sub-National Island Jurisdictions (SNIJs) that rely on support from their metropolitan authority for project funding, despite limited representation of their communities within those legal structures; A coalition aimed at uniting these island territories in their fight against the climate crisis was announced at UNOC3; The Sub National Island Jurisdiction Climate Coalition (SNIJCC) seeks to increase collaboration between SNIJs, as well as establish a legal definition that can help them secure greater access to international financing and a seat at the policymaking table.