Burcu Başaran is a journalist based in İstanbul, Türkiye. With nearly 5 years of experience in various fields of media sector, I currently continue my career as Istanbul Deputy Bureau Chief of Euronews. I am also a freelance and published author.

Turkey safe haven for Ukrainian unable to go home

27 May 2022  |  Daily Sabah  |  English  |  Human Rights

Valeria Linnik, a 28-year-old Ukrainian, fled her home in Mykolaiv due to the Russian invasion and found refuge in Istanbul, Turkey. She describes the welcoming nature of Turkey and the challenges of being a refugee. The article highlights the broader context of the refugee crisis, with over 100 million people displaced globally, driven by conflicts like the war in Ukraine. Turkey has become a key transit point for asylum-seekers, hosting 4 million refugees. Linnik shares her harrowing experiences during the invasion and the emotional toll of the war, emphasizing the resilience and patriotism of Ukrainians.

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Clea Broadhurst is a journalist based in Paris, France.

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DRC tops world displaced persons' league

22 May 2017  |  RFI  |  English  |  Humanitarian Crisis

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has the highest number of internally displaced persons (IDPs) due to conflict, with over 900,000 people displaced in 2016 alone. The Norwegian Refugee Council’s Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) highlights that internal displacement is often overlooked by the international community. The crisis in the DRC is described as cyclical and largely ignored, exacerbated by local conflicts and a lack of effective security. The report also notes significant displacement in the Middle East and Asia-Pacific regions due to conflict and natural disasters. Experts emphasize the need for greater international attention and political will to address these humanitarian crises.

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A Visual Journalist based in Bangladesh working with Climate Change, Human Rights, Social issues, Child Labor, Transgender and Public Health, etc.
 Work published in TIME, The Guardian, Telegraph, The New Humanitarian, Wall Street Journal, Paris Match, Mirror, etc.

First erosion stole their lands. Now climate change is ruining the lives they built on water

24 Jul 2022  |  scroll.in  |  English  |  Social Issues

The Manta people of Bangladesh, who live on boats due to land erosion caused by the Meghna River, face exacerbated challenges from climate change, including intense cyclones and heavy rains. Lacking permanent addresses, they are ineligible for state services and have called on the government for housing and identity cards to access education for their children. Despite government programs and housing projects like Ashrayan, some Manta reject the help due to the distance from their fishing areas. The community continues to seek solutions that allow for safer lives on land while maintaining proximity to rivers.

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Shamsuddin Illius is an award-winning investigative journalist based in Chittagong, Bangladesh. He is the Chittagong Bureau Chief at The Business Standard and writes for AFP as a stringer. His stories are rooted in climate change, environment, biodiversity, climate migration and Rohingya refugee. 
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Climate migrants escaping to Dhaka find that their new home is also sinking

20 Feb 2023  |  scroll.in  |  English  |  Urban Development

Climate migrants in Bangladesh, displaced by extreme weather events, are relocating to Dhaka and Chittagong, only to face the new challenge of these cities sinking due to land subsidence. Over-extraction of groundwater for a booming population and infrastructure development are the primary causes. Dhaka, with a population over 20 million, is heavily reliant on groundwater, leading to a significant drop in water levels. Chittagong faces similar issues, compounded by industrial water demands. Efforts to switch to surface water sources and international loans for water projects are underway, but the competition for water between industries and residents is intensifying. The government is increasing climate adaptation funding and has initiated the Delta Plan 2100 to build resilience, but the need for sustainable solutions for climate migrants remains urgent.

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Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre International Centre for Climate Change and Development Bangladesh Water Development Board Bangladesh Open University Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Shilpa Nagar Asian Development Bank World Bank Japan International Cooperation Agency Chinese Exim Bank Korean Exim Bank German Development Bank International Monetary Fund Department of Environment

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I am a multimedia journalist based in New Delhi, India. Most of her work has been published in organisations such as France 24, Himal Southasian, The Diplomat, Religion Unplugged and more.

How Climate Migration and Adaptation Is Reshaping Lives

01 Oct 2023  |  Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly  |  English  |  Adaptation

Climate change is projected to displace 143 million people over the next three decades, with significant impacts already seen in India and the US. In Majuli Island, Assam, locals and nonprofits are adapting to increased flooding and erosion through innovative methods like floating farms. Despite these efforts, the Indian government needs to develop comprehensive climate migration policies to address the growing number of climate refugees. Similar challenges are faced in the US, where cities like New Orleans and Miami are vulnerable to climate impacts. Acknowledging climate change as a driver of migration is crucial for effective policy development in both countries.

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HENRY NEONDO is a journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya.

HelpAge International Pleads For Older Refugees, IDPs At 32nd AU Summit

11 Feb 2019  |  www.modernghana.com  |  English  |  African Union Summit

HelpAge International, ahead of the 32nd African Union Summit, has called on African leaders to protect the rights of older people in migration, including refugees, returnees, and internally displaced persons. They face increased vulnerability to violence, abuse, and neglect. The rise in migration is attributed to economic prospects, conflicts, and natural disasters. While African Member States have made progress in adopting frameworks for displaced people, the implementation at the national level has been slow, particularly the AU Protocol on the Rights of Older Persons, with only Lesotho having ratified it.

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Shadrack omuka is a journalist based in Nakuru, Kenya.His work has appeared in many publications including Equal times,News deeply, Earth Island Journal and many more. Omuka posses Higher National  Diploma(HND) in print Journalism.

How the climate crisis affects Africa’s children

14 Sept 2023  |  BusinessLIVE  |  English  |  Displacement

Policymakers at the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi discussed the severe impact of climate change on children in developing countries. Yvonne Arunga from Save the Children highlighted the vulnerability of children to climate disasters and the subsequent loss of essential services. Data from the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre revealed a significant increase in child displacement due to climate shocks in Sub-Saharan Africa. Experts emphasized the need for youth participation in climate talks and the importance of education in mitigating climate change effects. The article calls for urgent intervention and support from the developed world to address these challenges.

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