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The southwestern area of Bangladesh is highly susceptible to climate and disaster impacts. The area, specifically the Satkhira region, is also home to a substantial Dalit population (Islam, 2011). It is estimated there are around five million Dalits in Bangladesh, with approximately 96% being illite
Central and Southern Asia Regional Community
The Impacts of Climate Change on Mental Health of Tribal Communities in Jharkhand
Central and Southern Asia Regional Community
In recent years, Pakistan has experienced both extreme heat and massive floods, with the risks projected to increase with the ongoing climate change1. Particularly in rural Pakistan (where around 62% of the population resides2), the effects of these climate-related events are compounded by extreme p
Central and Southern Asia Regional Community
The village of Ebor (traditional lands of the Gumbaynggirr peoples) is located in the New England region of New South Wales, Australia. It is a small, rural community with a population of around 150 residents, most of whom are farmers or pensioners. Surrounded by bushlands and farmlands, Ebor sits a
Oceania Regional Community
The state of Western Australia (WA) was colonised by Britain in 1829. WA comprises 2.5 million km2 (one-third of Australia's landmass) with four climate zones (see Figure 1). WA has 2.66 million people including 89,000 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples and 818,000 children and young p
Oceania Regional Community
