Environmental Migration in the Context of Global Development and Human Security

Ekaterina Kochurova

Master's thesis

Abstract:

This paper aimed to explain the connection between the environment, security and development through the case of the environmental migration. The perspective expressed here is that the state of the environment as a whole, and the way we manage our relationship make a difference for peace, security and stability of human societies. This occurs through multiple, complex and interconnected dynamics. The research then is backed up by the case of environmental migration as an example of how the understanding of the linkage between these three frameworks can encourage a more competent awareness of the problem. Forced migration is a threat to human security because it puts risks on population by demanding them to move from their homes. Within the development framework, environmental migration can expand communities' capacity to adapt to climate changes by building a strong internal structure that will be more resilient. Generally, internal and cross-border displacement represents a broader issue: the impacts of environmental modifications on development, social cohesion, human rights, security and peace.

Abstract:

This paper aimed to explain the connection between the environment, security and development through the case of the environmental migration. The perspective expressed here is that the state of the environment as a whole, and the way we manage our relationship make a difference for peace, security and stability of human societies. This occurs through multiple, complex and interconnected dynamics. The research then is backed up by the case of environmental migration as an example of how the understanding of the linkage between these three frameworks can encourage a more competent awareness of the problem. Forced migration is a threat to human security because it puts risks on population by demanding them to move from their homes. Within the development framework, environmental migration can expand communities' capacity to adapt to climate changes by building a strong internal structure that will be more resilient. Generally, internal and cross-border displacement represents a broader issue: the impacts of environmental modifications on development, social cohesion, human rights, security and peace.

Keywords

Environmental migration, sustainable development, human security, security-development nexus, climate change

Keywords

Environmental migration, security-development nexus, climate change, sustainable development, human security

Language used: English

Date on which the thesis was submitted / produced: 22. 6. 2017

Thesis defence

• Date of defence: 10. 9. 2018
• Supervisor: Jan Martin Rolenc
• Reader: Jana Stehlíková

Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze

Master programme / field:
Mezinárodní ekonomické vztahy / International and Diplomatic Studies