Abstract
The effects of climate change disproportionately impact the health and well-being of marginalized populations, especially those living in poverty as well as the precariously housed and homeless populations. Addressing these issues requires a systematic approach grounded in the best available evidence and a robust knowledge mobilization strategy. Such an approach is much needed at the climate change-poverty nexus which represents a major global health concern with stakeholders (e.g., policymakers and service providers) increasingly seeking guidance. This work thus aims to contribute to the field of climate change and health by advancing a global response framework and discussing its implications for Canada. The framework was developed by synthesizing current knowledge on the subject and by drawing on pertinent examples. The syntheses included the results of two systematic reviews and multiple think tanks and feedback sessions held with experts in the field. The result is the first comprehensive global response framework in this area with relevance to future research directions, policy interventions, and service system design. This framework is an initial step towards consolidating the best available guidance related to the pressing concern of how climate change is influencing and shaping housing-related vulnerabilities. The knowledge mobilization initiative examines the climate change-poverty-health nexus in Canada, focusing on the implications for policy and research.
Presenters
Mariya BezgrebelnaStudent, PhD Candidate in Psychology, York University, Ontario, Canada Sean Kidd
Senior Scientist, Psychiatry, Center for Addiction and Mental Health/University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Technical, Political, and Social Responses
KEYWORDS
Climate Change, Homelessness, Poverty, Health, Housing
