The policy dimensions of cross-boundary climate-related human mobility

When: 23 October 2025 | 11:15-12:25

Format: Breakout session

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Hosted by adelphi global and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE)

This event will focus on the policy dimensions of cross-boundary human mobility, using case studies from South-Eastern Europe (OSCE), the Caribbean (UNEP Haiti), the Pacific Islands (PIFS), and MENA/Iraq (IOM). The discussion will examine how climate change and environmental stressors shape human mobility patterns across borders, and consider the implications for conflict dynamics, as well as for the development of forward-looking policy frameworks that can enhance peacebuilding as well as adaptation and development efforts at national and regional levels. By highlighting lessons learned and best practices from these regions, the event aims to identify and inform practical approaches that reduce risks, foster resilience and promote co-operation within and across borders.

Speakers:

• Nicholas Bishop, Head, Climate Resilience & Security, International Organization for Migration (IOM)
• Timothy Bryar, Programme Adviser, Climate Mobility, Pacific Islands Forum
• Paule Juneau, Environmental Law and Mediation Specialist, UN Environment Programme (UNEP) Haiti
• Prof. Dr Walter Kälin, Envoy of the Chair, Platform on Disaster Displacement
• Thomas Ritzer, Senior Advisor, Climate Change and Security, Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE)

Moderated by Dr Beatrice Mosello, Senior Advisor, adelphi global

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