CO24-150-ICESI1

This internship, in collaboration with the Public Actions Group of ICESI University (GAPI), focuses on the critical study of climate change’s impact on human migration and human rights. Our investigation will cover seven key topics: natural phenomena driving human mobility, the effects of climate-induced migration on human rights, the vulnerabilities of migrating groups, livelihood losses due to climate changes, environmental policies, climate litigation, and measures to mitigate environmental damage to populations. We aim to explore the relationships between climate change, human mobility and human rights focusing on three primary objectives: analyzing the impact of climate change on human mobility, assessing human rights violations among environmental migrants, and identifying effective protection policies. In addition to its regional focus, this research also seeks to draw broader lessons that can be applied to policies in other countries. The findings from this study will be pertinent to other regions experiencing similar climate-induced migration challenges. By providing a comprehensive understanding of the Latin American context, the research will offer valuable insights that can inform global policy discussions on environmental migration and human rights.

Faculty Supervisor:

Yvonne Su

Student:

Partner:

Universidad ICESI

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Sustainability & the Environment; Public Service, Policy, and Governance

University:

York University

Program: