Time for climate-sensitive conflict transformationComplex crises need complex responses

When climate change is labelled a ‘conflict driver’, socioeconomic and political circumstances are easily overlooked.

blog post 16 Mar 2021
Author(s) Nora Rathje

Yemen and the COP26: It is time for adequate climate reparations

Yemen is suffering disproportionally from the effects of climate change. COP26 shows that the international community is falling short of helping those in need.

feature 13 Jan 2022

Arial view of the city of Basra in Iraq. You can see dusty roads and many residential buildings from above.

Climate security dialogues bridge divides between communities in Iraq

With our support, communities in Iraq developed a social pact to avert tensions caused by to the impacts of climate change.

Impact

Climate and conflict as a vicious cycle: The case of Afghanistan

In Afghanistan, the effects of climate change amplify existing conflicts, creating a struggle for resources. How can this dynamic be tempered?

blog post 11 May 2021
Author(s) Hans-Joachim Giessmann, Charlotte Hamm

Video: Iraq and Somalia: Local responses to climate changeInsights from two conflict-affected countries

Watch our event to learn more about how conflicts caused and exarcerbated by climate change and environmental degradation can be locally managed.

event 20 Sept 2023

Workshop participants engaging in group activity.

Youth in dialogue about climate change and sustainable peace

We are creating virtual dialogue spaces and learning material for young people from Baden-Württemberg and from various world regions, to discuss strategies and visions for dealing with climate change.