The climate crisis may not be the sole driver of human displacement but it is a contributing and growing factor, exacerbating the misery of already struggling communities. According to the UN Refugee Agency, climate change typically creates internal displacement within countries before it pushes people across national borders. While much of this displacement is involuntary, many with wealth and foresight are able to move before things get really bad. How well are governments prepared to handle an influx of people driven from their homes – and support those who are left behind?
Guests:
Abraham Lustgarten, Senior Reporter at ProPublica
Colette Pichon Battle, Esq., Co-Executive Director, Taproot Earth
Kayly Ober, Senior Advocate and Program Manager, Climate Displacement Program, Refugees International
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