Rethinking Climate Migration: "Are We Missing the Point?"

An episode of the Borders & Belonging podcast, hosted by CERC Migration, titled "Rethinking Climate Migration: "Are We Missing the Point?"" was published on February 11, 2025 and runs 25 minutes.

February 11, 2025 ·25m · Borders & Belonging

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In the premiere episode of Voices on the Move, a podcast by Migration Matters, experts delve into the complex relationship between climate change and migration. Scholars Dr. François Gemenne from the University of Liège, Dr. Nassim Majidi of Samuel Hall, and Dr. Yvonne Su from York University challenge common assumptions such as "one billion climate refugees" and explore how climate impacts habitability, mobility, and policy, offering fresh insights into this critical global issue. 🎧 Follow B...

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In the premiere episode of Voices on the Move, a podcast by Migration Matters, experts delve into the complex relationship between climate change and migration. Scholars Dr. François Gemenne from the University of Liège, Dr. Nassim Majidi of Samuel Hall, and Dr. Yvonne Su from York University challenge common assumptions such as "one billion climate refugees" and explore how climate impacts habitability, mobility, and policy, offering fresh insights into this critical global issue.

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