Christianity, Kiribati, and climate change induced migration
Gagaeolo, F., Hemstock, S.L. and Price, C. (2020) Christianity, Kiribati, and climate change induced migration. In: Science, Faith and the Climate Crisis. Emerald Points . Emerald Publishing Ltd., England, pp. 1-14. ISBN 9781839829871
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Abstract
This chapter examines the perceived socio-cultural impacts of relocation to Fiji through the lens of target communities in Kiribati. Findings based on the perceptions of Kiribati communities reveal that relocation is the last ‘adaptation resort’ to escape and offset individual losses caused by climate change. It is viewed as an option that will compromise their socio-cultural practices and values in the long term. This study indicates that attention should not be focused only on factors that drive human relocation but should also prioritize justifications of those who choose not to relocate. This approach will better serve community expectations for in-country climate change adaptation and help shape future strategies and/or policies on climate change driven relocation. Finally, policies and adaptation initiatives should be holistically framed; integrating values that are important to grassroots level such as socio-cultural values; and spiritual and mobility concerns for informed decision making at all levels.
| Item Type: | Book Section |
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| Additional Information: | © 2020 Emerald. Uploaded in accordance with the publisher's self-archiving policy. |
| Divisions: | School of Social Science |
| Depositing User: | Dr Sarah Hemstock |
| Date Deposited: | 18 May 2020 10:08 |
| Last Modified: | 12 Jan 2021 09:25 |
| URI: | https://bgro.repository.guildhe.ac.uk/id/eprint/744 |
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