UNHCR Amplifies Voices of Displaced on Frontlines of Climate Change
November 14, 2024
Geneva, Switzerland – The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has launched a new initiative to amplify the voices of displaced people who are facing the devastating impacts of climate change.
The initiative, titled “Voices from the Frontlines,” aims to provide a platform for displaced people to share their experiences and perspectives on the challenges they face due to climate change. It also aims to raise awareness of the urgent need for climate action to protect and support those who are most vulnerable.
“Climate change is a humanitarian crisis that is already displacing millions of people around the world,” said Filippo Grandi, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees. “We must listen to the voices of those who are most affected by climate change and ensure that their needs are met.”
The initiative will collect stories, testimonials, and other forms of content from displaced people in countries where climate change is having a significant impact. This content will be shared through a dedicated website, social media platforms, and other channels.
UNHCR will also work with partners to organize events and workshops where displaced people can share their stories with policymakers, humanitarian actors, and the general public.
“Our voices are often ignored or dismissed,” said Amina, a displaced woman from Somalia. “But we are the ones who are living through the consequences of climate change every day. We need to be heard.”
The Voices from the Frontlines initiative is part of UNHCR’s broader efforts to address the humanitarian challenges posed by climate change. UNHCR is working to provide protection and assistance to displaced people who are affected by climate change, and to advocate for climate action to prevent further displacement.
“We cannot solve the humanitarian crisis caused by climate change without addressing the root causes,” said Grandi. “We need to take urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to build resilience in communities that are vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.”
For more information about the Voices from the Frontlines initiative, please visit the UNHCR website: [UNHCR Website Link]
UNHCR amplifies voices of displaced on frontlines of climate change
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