Climate change and migration 2012, para. 91

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Document type
Special Procedures' report
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The Special Rapporteur recognizes that while no place will be protected from the impacts of climate change, already fragile environments are most vulnerable, including in particular, megadeltas, small island developing States, low-lying coastal zones, arid areas, polar regions, and places affected by sudden and extreme natural disasters. Particular groups living in these high-risk areas may thus be more affected than others, as will societies that are highly dependent on the environment for their subsistence needs. However, vulnerabilities may be exacerbated by political and social factors, with specific groups such as women, children, minority groups and indigenous peoples, often particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Special Procedures: Special Rapporteur on the human rights of migrants
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N.A.
Topic(s)
  • Environment
  • Social & Cultural Rights
Person(s) affected
  • Children
  • Ethnic minorities
  • Women
Year
2012
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Conclusion / Recommendation
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Conclusion / Recommendation
Paragraph number
91