Each year, millions of people across the globe are forced to flee disasters, primarily floods, storms, and other acute, weather-related events. As the effects of global climate change continue to unfold, more extreme weather, growing food insecurity, and other drivers of displacement will only increase. Of utmost concern is how climate change will affect low-lying…
Avalanches and flash floods played havoc on parts of Afghanistan last month, causing the deaths of over 285 villagers in Panjshir province. The snow and floods destroyed hundreds of homes and forced hundreds of families to turn to their neighbors and aid agencies for food, clothing, and shelter to survive.
As countries across the globe face more disasters from extreme weather, an upcoming conference in Japan may be key to protect those most vulnerable from the impacts of climate change.
A well-intentioned strategy to mitigate displacement from future typhoons and climate change in the Philippines might threaten to prolong displacement.
In September 2013, fighting between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and a Muslim rebel group forced 120,000 people to flee. More than a year later, tens of thousands remain displaced.
Humanitarian needs after Typhoon Haiyan remain enormous.
The response to Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines is the largest since the 2010 Haiti earthquake and the Pakistan floods.
Each year, millions of people are driven from their homes by natural disasters such as floods, storms, and droughts. Most live in the world’s poorest and most conflict-ridden states, and lack the resources to recover after a crisis. As climate continues to change across the globe, natural disasters will become more frequent and more severe.This…
Many I-Kiribati (as the people of Kiribati are known) recognize that despite both their desire to stay on their sacred land and their efforts to minimize the impact of climate change on their community, relocation to another country may be inevitable.
The I-Kiribati (as the citizens of Kiribati are known) are a strong and proud people. Their culture – the katei or traditional way of life – involves a strong sense of personal pride, respect, and openness to foreigners. The I-Kiribati also have a deep spiritual connection to their land.
A “Protection Agenda” for Climate-Related Displacement Reveals Complexities, and No Easy Answers
Each year, millions of people across the globe are forced to flee disasters, primarily floods, storms, and other acute, weather-related events. As the effects of global climate change continue to unfold, more extreme weather, growing food insecurity, and other drivers of displacement will only increase. Of utmost concern is how climate change will affect low-lying…
Acting to Avert Hunger in Afghanistan
Avalanches and flash floods played havoc on parts of Afghanistan last month, causing the deaths of over 285 villagers in Panjshir province. The snow and floods destroyed hundreds of homes and forced hundreds of families to turn to their neighbors and aid agencies for food, clothing, and shelter to survive.
Reducing Climate Change’s Disastrous Effects
As countries across the globe face more disasters from extreme weather, an upcoming conference in Japan may be key to protect those most vulnerable from the impacts of climate change.
Philippines: Post-typhoon Resettlement Plan Carries Risks
A well-intentioned strategy to mitigate displacement from future typhoons and climate change in the Philippines might threaten to prolong displacement.
Philippines: Displaced and Forgotten in Zamboanga
In September 2013, fighting between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and a Muslim rebel group forced 120,000 people to flee. More than a year later, tens of thousands remain displaced.
Philippines: Typhoon Survivors Face Obstacles to Recovery
Humanitarian needs after Typhoon Haiyan remain enormous.
Philippines: New Approach to Emergency Response Fails Women and Girls
The response to Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines is the largest since the 2010 Haiti earthquake and the Pakistan floods.
Living on the Edge of Disaster: Climate’s Human Cost
Each year, millions of people are driven from their homes by natural disasters such as floods, storms, and droughts. Most live in the world’s poorest and most conflict-ridden states, and lack the resources to recover after a crisis. As climate continues to change across the globe, natural disasters will become more frequent and more severe.This…
Kiribati – Facing what may be inevitable
Many I-Kiribati (as the people of Kiribati are known) recognize that despite both their desire to stay on their sacred land and their efforts to minimize the impact of climate change on their community, relocation to another country may be inevitable.
Kiribati – Planning for the future
The I-Kiribati (as the citizens of Kiribati are known) are a strong and proud people. Their culture – the katei or traditional way of life – involves a strong sense of personal pride, respect, and openness to foreigners. The I-Kiribati also have a deep spiritual connection to their land.