Internal Environmental Displacement in Latin America and the Caribbean: Legal and Policy Approaches

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the pressing issue of environmentally displaced persons (EDPs) in Latin America and the Caribbean, filling a gap in the existing literature. The concept of EDPs only gained prominence on the international stage in the late 20th century, but despite significant attention in recent years, there has been a conspicuous absence of a consolidated resource on the topic, particularly within this region.

This book’s editors, distinguished Brazilian scholars with extensive experience in academia and as consultants, have crafted a meticulously researched and thought-provoking volume. It addresses the historical evolution of EDP visibility among different stakeholders and delves into the legal and policy dimensions crucial for the protection of these vulnerable individuals.

Drawing from an array of case studies, including Mexico, Haiti, Colombia, and Brazil, the book elucidates the multifaceted challenges faced by EDPs. It examines specific populations (women and girls, children, and indigenous communities) disproportionately affected by environmental displacement.

This comprehensive work not only serves an academic purpose but also provides valuable insights and guidance to governments, NGOs, international agencies, and other actors grappling with the dilemma of protecting EDPs in the region. It stands as a unique and indispensable resource, offering a consolidated repository of information, data, and references that is unparalleled in the field. Readers will benefit from the wealth of knowledge and expertise encapsulated within this book, making it an essential addition to discuss the issue.

Andrea Pacheco Pacifico (PhD in Social Sciences) is professor of International Relations at Paraiba State University, Brazil, and the Study and Research Centre on Environmentally Displaced Persons (NEPDA) Founding Coordinator. Email: apacifico@servidor.uepb.edu.br

Patricia Nabuco Martuscelli (PhD in International Relations) is a lecturer in International Relations at the University of Sheffield, UK, where is co-director of the Migration Research Group. She is also NEPDA researcher. Email: p.nabuco.martuscelli@sheffield.ac.uk

Thalita Franciely de Melo Silva (PhD in Political Science) is a post-doctoral fellow in International Relations at Paraiba State University, Brazil, where she is NEPDA vice-coordinator. Email: thalita.melo@servidor.uepb.edu.br