CLIMATE CHANGE AND THE ARCHITECTURE OF HUMAN SECURITY
THREATS, VULNERABILITIES, AND TRANSFORMATIVE RESPONSES
Abstract
This study explored the intricate relationship between climate change and human security by analyzing how environmental degradation redefined traditional and non-traditional security threats. It focused on the multidimensional nature of climate-induced vulnerabilities—ranging from food and water insecurity to forced migration and conflict escalation—and examined their impact on individual and collective well-being. Drawing from contemporary human security frameworks, the research highlighted how climate change exacerbated existing socio-economic inequalities and governance challenges, particularly in vulnerable regions. The study also assessed transformative policy responses, such as climate adaptation strategies, green diplomacy, and integrated risk governance, which were implemented at global, national, and community levels. Through a review of empirical data and international case studies, the findings underscored the urgency of adopting proactive and inclusive approaches to mitigate climate threats and safeguard human security. The study concluded that rethinking security through a climate-resilient lens was essential for building sustainable peace, resilience, and equitable development in the face of growing environmental risks.
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