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UN Development Programme Explainers: Climate Justice

Target GroupBachelor, Executive Education, MasterResource TypeArticleDomainGeneral KnowledgeDuration1h to ≤ 2hAuthorUNDP
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This resource explains the concept of climate justice, the idea that equity and human rights must be central to climate action. It outlines how the causes and consequences of climate change are unequally distributed across countries, communities, and generations, highlighting the disproportionate impacts on women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, and those in low-income or highly vulnerable regions. The resource also explores obstacles to achieving climate justice, such as limited participation, unequal access to resources, and risks faced by environmental defenders, while showcasing global examples of progress supported by UNDP and other actors.

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Faculty can use this resource to help students examine the intersection of climate change, inequality, and human rights. It can support classroom discussions in subjects such as environmental studies, political science, sociology, development, or law.

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Structure engagement around personal connection and critical reflection. Students should process challenging ideas while relating content to their own experiences and developing perspectives. Use articles to stimulate thinking and encourage deeper engagement with complex topics.

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    • General KnowledgeThis section provides general frameworks and concepts related to sustainability that can be used in any discipline and across industries.
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