Duration: 36 months (2024-2027)
Budget: 115,280 USD
Donor: International Development Research Centre
Partners: Zimbabwe Environmental Law Association (ZELA), Africa Institute of Environmental Law (AIEL), Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy (CEPA), University of Zimbabwe (UZ), Okavango Research Institute, Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Policy Monitoring and Research Centre (PMRC) – Malawi
Goal: To generate empirical evidence for influencing the governance of climate-induced displacement in Southern Africa (Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe).
Objectives:
Map social, economic, and political patterns and key drivers of climate-induced displacement.
Assess community-led rehabilitation and resettlement policies in the three countries.
Examine the extent to which national and regional policies integrate climate-induced displacement.
Evaluate the effectiveness of existing policy and legislative approaches for addressing displacement.
Identify policy opportunities at national, regional, and international levels.
Scale up civil society and institutional efforts to ensure a social justice perspective in governance.
Outcomes:
Improved understanding of climate-induced displacement trends and governance challenges.
Strengthened policy frameworks for addressing displacement.
Knowledge products including policy briefs, research reports, and advocacy strategies.
Increased participation of affected communities in policy discussions and governance processes.
Contributing to the following SDGs
SDG 13: Climate Action – The project addresses the governance of climate-induced displacement, aiming to strengthen policy frameworks and ensure climate-resilient actions.
SDG 1: No Poverty – By assessing and improving policies related to displacement, the project promotes equitable rehabilitation and resettlement, addressing the socio-economic impacts of displacement.
SDG 10: Reduced Inequality – It seeks to increase the participation of affected communities in governance, fostering inclusive policies and actions.
SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions – The project focuses on improving governance and legislative frameworks, ensuring that policy decisions are inclusive and equitable.
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – Collaboration with various regional institutions and civil society organizations enhances the effectiveness of the project, fostering partnerships for sustainable development.
