Abbey Abramson

  Social justice and climate advocacy intersection The Intersection of Social Justice and Climate Advocacy Climate change disproportionately impacts marginalized communities, exacerbating existing inequalities and vulnerabilities. In response, modern climate advocacy has increasingly embraced social justice as a core principle, recognizing that effective climate action must address the intersection of environmental, economic, and social inequalities. This section explores the intersection of social justice and climate advocacy, highlighting the challenges faced by marginalized communities, the role of activists in promoting equity, and case studies demonstrating integrated approaches. The Disproportionate Impact of Climate Change on Marginalized Communities Climate change intensifies existing inequalities, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations who have historically contributed the least to greenhouse gas emissions. Communities in low-lying coastal areas, arid region...

  Resilience in Action: Building Climate-Ready Communities Building a climate-resilient community Building Climate-Resilient Infrastructure As climate change intensifies, the need for climate-resilient infrastructure becomes increasingly urgent. Resilient infrastructure is designed to withstand the impacts of extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and long-term environmental changes, minimizing disruptions and safeguarding communities. This sub-topic explores strategies for developing climate-resilient infrastructure, highlights successful examples, and emphasizes the role of collaboration between governments, private sectors , and communities. The Importance of Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Infrastructure forms the backbone of modern societies, encompassing transportation networks, energy systems, water supply, and communication frameworks. However, much of the existing infrastructure needed to be designed to endure the intensifying impacts of climate change, leaving co...