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What are some successful examples of environmental migration policies currently in place around the world?

Deric Pendlebery

Hey buddy,

That's a good question. I've been doing some research on successful environmental migration policies around the world, and there are a few examples that come to mind.

Firstly, there's the Pacific Climate Change and Migration (PCCM) project, which is a collaborative effort between the governments of New Zealand and Tuvalu to address the impacts of climate change on migration in the Pacific region. The project aims to provide safe migration options for Pacific Islanders who are displaced by climate change, and to build resilience within communities to reduce the need for migration in the first place.

Another example is the Nansen Initiative, which is a state-led process aimed at addressing the challenges of cross-border displacement in the context of disasters and climate change. The initiative has brought together over 100 governments, civil society, and international organizations to develop a protection agenda for people who are forced to move due to environmental factors.

In addition, there's the Environmental Refugee Protection Act (ERPA) in Canada, which provides a legal framework for people who are fleeing environmental disasters or disruptions to seek asylum in the country. The law recognizes that environmental factors can be a root cause of displacement, and provides a pathway to protection for those who are affected.

Outside of government-led initiatives, there are also community-led efforts to support environmental migrants. One example is the Kiribati-Australia Nursing Initiative (KANI), a project led by the Kiribati community in Australia to provide training and support for nurses who are working with Kiribati Islanders affected by climate change.

Of course, these policies and initiatives are not without their challenges. Many argue that there is still a lack of recognition and support for environmental migrants, and that existing policies are often outdated or inadequate in addressing the scale of the issue.

Overall, however, these examples demonstrate that there is a growing recognition of the need to address environmental migration and to provide support and protection for those who are affected. I hope this helps answer your question!

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