Human Mobility, Climate Change, and Human Rights: Addressing the Vulnerability of Environmental Migrants in Latin America

The general goal of this research is to analyze how linked phenomena to climate change are affecting the vulnerable communities in Latin America, what triggers forced migrations, and evaluate violations of human rights faced by environmental migrants in all stages of their movement. We will also examine existing policies and practices aimed at protecting their rights in the region, with the purpose of proposing concrete actions to address the vulnerability of this population in constant movement. This project is designed to enhance international research collaborations by working with the host University ICESI in Columbia and the Canadian institution Thompson Rivers University.

Faculty Supervisor:

Peter Tsigaris

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Partner:

Universidad ICESI

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

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

University:

Thompson Rivers University

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