New UNESCO report reveals the impact of climate change on the right to education in Central America and the Caribbean region

The impacts of climate change are no longer isolated incidents but have become the new normal worldwide, leading to the displacement of over 30 million people globally in 2020 alone. The right to education for climate-displaced individuals, particularly vulnerable and marginalized groups, is compromised by various barriers.

UNESCO has released a regional report focused on Central America and the Caribbean, analyzing the effects of climate change and displacement on the right to education. This report is part of UNESCO’s initiative on The Impacts of Climate Change and Displacement on the Right to Education, and it contributes to a forthcoming Global Report expected by the end of 2023.

The Central America and Caribbean region is particularly vulnerable to climate change and displacement due to socioeconomic factors and its geographical location. The report includes country case studies from the Bahamas, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, and Jamaica, examining specific vulnerabilities and the impacts of climate change on education in the region.

Key findings of the report include:

To address the barriers to education resulting from climate change and displacement, intersectoral action is necessary at both the common and national levels. UNESCO aims to provide global policy guidance based on the findings and recommendations of regional studies. A global report will be published during COP 28 to contribute to international discussions on climate change and education.

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