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Jun 18, 2021 · As the global climate crisis worsens, an increasing number of people are being forced to flee their homes due to natural disasters, droughts, and other weather events. These people are sometimes called “climate refugees”. Who are these climate refugees? And how can the international community properly address this issue?
Climate Refugees defends the rights of human beings displaced and forced to migrate within and across borders as a result of climate change. We document cases to shed light on systemic and structural inequities, identify gaps and solutions, and advocate for the inclusion of communities and policies that protect those impacted by climate-induced ...
Refugees, internally displaced and stateless people are on the frontlines of the climate crisis. UNHCR is working to protect them and strengthen their resilience to its current and future impacts, while also reducing our own environmental footprint.
Although the term 'refugee' is legally incorrect, the definition of climate change refugee has been created to address the crisis. Every individuals affected by environmental harm still deserves protection and aid on humanitarian grounds.
Sep 19, 2023 · Extreme weather, rising temperatures and damaged ecosystems are threatening the lives of millions of climate refugees. A collective effort is needed to solve the issue of climate migration and help the “world’s forgotten victims” of climate change. By Sean McAllister. Share this.
Jan 26, 2024 · According to the latest research, without dramatic action to mitigate climate change and significantly reduce the risk of climate disasters, by 2050, 200 million people will be in need of humanitarian assistance annually due to the effects of climate change.
Jul 23, 2020 · If governments take modest action to reduce climate emissions, about 680,000 climate migrants might move from Central America and Mexico to the United States between now and 2050.
