When people think about climate change, they often imagine melting ice caps or rising temperatures. But for millions of people, climate change means something much more personal …losing their homes and being forced to migrate. Climate refugees are individuals and families who must leave their communities because environmental conditions make it impossible to stay.

This blog focuses on the human impact of climate change, especially how displacement affects families, mental health, and social stability. Understanding climate refugees helps us see that environmental problems are also social and humanitarian issues.