Climate change affects all of us!
3.6 billion people are already living in areas highly susceptible to climate change. We are already experiencing effects from climate change like severe storms, more health risks, increased drought, lack of food, poverty and displacement, and a warming, rising ocean.
Areas like Somalia and the Pacific Islands are particularly vulnerable.
Groups across the globe are already working to combat the climate crisis. Diasporas and affected communities themselves are first responders to these effects. Diasporas are uniquely placed to address the immediate needs of communities and have already been creating innovative strategies and sustainable solutions.
Stronger engagement with diasporas can help communities to more effectively combat the effects of climate change and lead to a more climate-resilient future for all.
Despite the unique and significant role diasporas play in mitigating and responding to climate-related disasters, diaspora groups need to be more included in international discussions and response activities. Recognizing and honoring the variety of ways diasporas contribute to communities facing climate-related issues is essential to unlocking their full potential to participate in and lead global climate strategies.
Ready to get involved? View the below organizations who are already working to combat the climate crisis:
- FinnSom Society
- Humanitarian African Relief Organization (HARO)
- New Ways
- Pacific Islands Climate Action Network (PICAN)
- Pacific Islands Students Fighting Climate Change (PISFCC)
- Vanuatu Climate Action Network (VCAN)
Explore free, key resources by humanitarian organizations that can help you engage with diaspora organizations and support stronger, more effective assistance for communities affected by disasters:
- https://diaspora.pub/46SZ2LK
- Diaspora for Climate Action (D4C)
- Diaspora Emergency Action & Coordination (DEMAC)
This campaign is part of a project funded by USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance, implemented in partnership with the DEMAC initiative of the Danish Refugee Council.
