La Barra, Colombia: Post-Disaster Relocation Planning

Many cities around the world and specifically Latin America are now being forced to relocate due to the effects of climate change. This is the case of La Barra, a small village located on Colombia’s Pacific coast. Due to its destruction by rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and increased erosion, the village is in the process of relocation and has already acquired land to do so. This research aims to identify factors that allow displaced people to successfully re-establish their homes, livelihoods, and crucial services. During my stay in Colombia, I will help La Barra residents and other stakeholders develop a vision and master plan for La Barra’s new location through a participatory approach. TO BE CONT’D

Faculty Supervisor:

Lisa Bornstein

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Partner:

Universidad del Valle

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

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

University:

McGill University

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