The Tuareg people, an indigenous nomadic group of the Sahel, possess a rich cultural heritage intrinsically linked to their traditional way of life and environment. This report assesses the severe and interconnected threats posed by escalating regional conflicts and the pervasive impacts of climate change to this invaluable heritage, directly undermining Tuareg human security and sustainable development.
In 2023, UNESCO recognized the Gedeo Cultural Landscape as a World Heritage Site in honor of the people’s ancient agroforestry practices. These practices have played a crucial role in preserving biodiversity and ensuring sustainable land use for generations.
Forced Migration and Climate Change In recent years, an increased focus has been placed on the impact of climate change on forced migration. Climate change is a global problem that is already causing displacement and will continue to do so on an unprecedented scale in the coming years. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees…
The third article and long-read in our 2020 series, Remembering our Societal Stabilizers was written by IIHS Advocacy Associate Amina Agha at the beginning of the year. While much has changed since then, the message is as relevant and clear now as it was on the day it was written and we urge the world not…
While the world is justifiably focused on the COVID-19 crisis, it is important to continue dialogue around critical areas of peacebuilding that were at the forefront pre-COVID-19. You are invited to grab a cup of tea or coffee and join us in the IIHS World Café, a virtual space where we discuss peacebuilding through the…
Shon Abegaz, Executive Director January 5, 2020 As bushfires continue to burn across Australia on an unprecedented scale, the world is witnessing firsthand the significant human and environmental cost of climate change. The widespread loss of human, animal and plant life, as well as the destruction of property and livelihoods, is utterly devastating and…