Julia Eizenstat

  

Volume 8 | Issue III | September 2024

Horace Mann School ’25

New York, USA

  

My interest in environmental and climate policy began with a deep-seated concern for the planet’s future regarding climate change. This passion led me to focus on a group profoundly affected: climate migrants. My research centers on the classification of migrants versus refugees, delving into how climate migrants, displaced by environmental changes, face unique challenges requiring significant investments in resources and governmental infrastructure. This project has allowed me to bridge my academic interests with my passion for social justice, offering a comprehensive analysis of how we can better support those displaced by climate change. I have also worked in a capacity to enhance my understanding of geopolitics and its intersection with environmental policy. This has provided me with a broader perspective on the complexities of climate-related issues and underscored the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in crafting effective solutions. The knowledge and insights gained from my experiences have been significantly helpful in shaping my research and understanding the broader implications of climate migration. The process of writing and publishing my essay has been incredibly rewarding, and the feedback from editors was instrumental in refining my work. I am thankful to The Schola for providing me with a platform to contribute meaningfully to important conversations. I look forward to further exploring the fascinating and topical intersection between climate change and human displacement, aiming to contribute to the development of comprehensive policies that address the needs of those most vulnerable.