Join the Winter Workshop 2024: Explore the Impact of Climate-Induced Forced Displacement on Women in the Global South
Overview
The Winter School 2024 explores the critical intersection of climate change, forced displacement, and gender, with a focus on the Global South, particularly in South and Southeast Asia. This six-day intensive course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the gendered dimensions of climate-induced migration, equipping them with the skills to analyze policies and develop gender-sensitive solutions to address these pressing issues.
“The environment and the economy are really both two sides of the same coin. If we cannot sustain the environment, we cannot sustain ourselves. Women and girls often bear the heaviest burden of climate change.”
— Ban Ki-moon, former UN Secretary-General 
Why You Should Attend
Are you passionate about tackling global challenges like climate change and forced migration?
Want to explore how these issues disproportionately affect women in the Global South?
Looking to gain practical knowledge and engage with top experts in the field?
This 6-day immersive Winter School offers you the opportunity to:
Understand the intersection of climate change, gender, and migration, focusing on real-world case studies from South and Southeast Asia.
Explore international and domestic legal frameworks governing forced migration.
Engage with leading experts in the field through lectures, discussions, and group work, providing both theoretical and practical insights.- Develop actionable recommendations for gender-sensitive climate policies and legal protections for displaced women.
Collaborate with like-minded students and professionals from across the globe in group discussions and presentations.
Earn a certificate of participation upon completion, boosting your academic profile.
Target Audience
This workshop is ideal for:
- Academics and researchers in migration, gender, law, or environmental studies.
- Policy professionals, NGO workers, and practitioners engaged in climate change, gender issues, or forced migration.
- Legal professionals interested in expanding their expertise on human rights law and migration governance.
- Students looking to deepen their knowledge on climate-induced migration.
What You Will Learn
The Winter Workshop 2024 will take you through different modules, giving you in-depth knowledge and practical insights into the global challenge of climate-induced forced displacement.
Course Structure & Schedule
The Winter School will be held online over six days, with a blend of lectures, group discussions, and participant presentations. Each day will cover specific modules, breaking down the intersection of climate, displacement, and gender in detail. Participants will have access to all learning materials, including suggested readings, presentation slides, and lecture recordings.
Day 1: Foundations of Climate-Induced Displacement
Understand the key concepts of climate change and forced migration.
Explore environmental drivers such as rising sea levels and natural disasters.
Day 2: Regional Focus on South and Southeast Asia
Analyze climate-induced migration in South Asia, with case studies from Bangladesh, Nepal, and India.
Examine how displacement affects women in Southeast Asia, including in the Philippines and Vietnam.
Day 3: Legal Frameworks and International Policy
Learn about international conventions and legal protections for female migrants.- Explore policy frameworks and litigation strategies through the lens of the IOM and ILO
Day 4: Domestic Responses and National Laws
Dive into national policies on climate-induced migration across South and Southeast Asia.
Compare case studies on how countries are addressing these issues through legal frameworks.
Day 5: Advocacy and Global Frameworks
Discover how ASEAN and SAARC address labor migration and displacement.
Explore the Global Compact on Refugees (GCR) and Global Compact on Migration (GCM) with a gender-sensitive focus.
Day 6: Conclusion and Future Prospects
Reflect on your learning in a valedictory lecture by a notable scholar.- Present your insights and receive your certificate of participation.
What You Get
Full Access to Learning Materials: Presentation slides, reading lists, and relevant legal texts.
Lecture Recordings: Available for you to revisit and review at your convenience.
Certificate of Participation: A valuable credential to add to your academic portfolio.
Registration Fee
Early-bird fee (before November 30, 2024): $200- Regular fee (after December 1, 2024): $300
How to Register
Ready to be part of the change? Here’s how to register:
- Fill out the registration form.
- Receive payment details via email after submitting your registration.
- Complete the payment:
- Early-bird fee (before November 30, 2024): $200
- Regular fee (after December 1, 2024): $300
Send proof of payment to 
cgfd@ait.asia.
Receive your confirmation email, securing your place in the program
Why This Matters Now More Than Ever
As climate change continues to drive displacement worldwide, women in the Global South are disproportionately affected due to socio-economic vulnerabilities and limited access to resources. This Winter Workshop gives you the tools to understand and address these urgent issues, making a real-world impact.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge, build your network, and contribute to meaningful solutions for one of the most pressing global challenges.
Have Questions?
For more information, email us at cgfd@ait.asiaor visit our website.
Hurry! Early-bird registration ends November 30, 2024.
Secure your spot today and take the first step toward making a difference!