| ID | 181529 |
| Title Proper | Climate Disaster Risk, Disability, and Resilience |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Calgaro, Emma |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This essay examines the everyday inequalities, stigmas, and injustices that leave people with disabilities highly vulnerable to escalating climate change risks. It argues that including people with disabilities in disaster risk reduction processes is essential to shaping inclusive, effective policies and practices. Examples of several programs that have done so are discussed. Focusing on the strengths of people with disabilities as resilient change-makers and as the experts in their own lives—instead of viewing them as dependent on others—can lead to the changes necessary to recognize their personal sovereignty and deliver disaster justice. Third in a series on disability rights around the world. |
| `In' analytical Note | Current History Vol. 120, No.829; Nov 2021: p.320–325. |
| Journal Source | Current History Vol: 120 No 829 |
| Key Words | Human Rights ; Climate Change ; Disability ; Disaster Response ; People With Disabilities |