The Impact of Disasters and Climate Change on Migration and Displacement

Dr. Jaymund M. Floranza1 John Mark R. Asio 2

TTCCDMR. 2022 August; 1(2): 27-34. Published online 2022 August

doi.org/10.36647/TTCCDMR/01.02.A004

Abstract : This paper examines the impact of disasters and climate change on migration and displacement. It looks at the direct and indirect effects of such events and how they can force people to move away from their homes. It also discusses the growing trend of environmental migration and how this has been exacerbated with managing such population movements. Finally, it outlines the potential solutions to this growing problem and proposes ways to address the humanitarian issues involved. This paper examines the impact of disasters and climate change on migration and displacement. It looks at the various ways in which disasters and climate change can cause displacement, such as extreme weather events, sea level rise, and land degradation. It also looks at the consequences of displacement on both individuals and communities, such as loss of livelihoods, increased vulnerability to exploitation, and displacement to unfamiliar places. Finally, the paper looks at the potential policy responses to mitigate the effects of disasters and climate change on migration and displacement.

Keyword :Climate Change, Disaster, Displacement, Migration, Impacts.

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