Environmental journalist and Stimson Center Fellow, Peter Schwartzstein, discussed climate violence in an event hosted by the Global Water Security Center on Wednesday. The discussion was in the Ferguson Theater and was moderated by GWSC deputy director, Kate Brauman.
Schwartzstein spoke about his experiences as a journalist in Iraq, Bangladesh and other places around the world where climate violence has taken place. As he defined it in the discussion, climate violence is violent conflict at least partially caused by the environmental stresses that are a result of climate change. Examples of climate violence in his book include the drought that exacerbated tensions before the Syrian civil war and agricultural problems that have increased piracy in Bangladesh.
“The reality is that this is a form of violence that in some way, shape or form is going to characterize all of our futures,” Schwartzstein said. “And that might seem unlikely and distant, here in the richer parts of the world, but as we’re seeing this is already manifesting itself at a low level.”
Brauman, who served as moderator for the discussion, said she is “absolutely” satisfied with the message Schwartzstein brought to campus. She described climate violence as a result of “a whole pathway” of connections between the environment, governance and people’s lives.
“We’re really aligned with the way that Peter talks about and thinks about this,” Brauman said. “One of the things the GWSC has done is to really try to help people understand how water, weather and climate are connected to instability.”
Brauman credited her organization’s communications specialist, Ally-Anna Outlaw, and communications intern, Counts Shanks, with pulling the event together. Shanks, a senior majoring in communication studies, said it’s “always incredible” to have an international figure come to the Capstone.
“Schwartzstein currently lives in Jordan, so it’s been remarkable to have him here,” Shanks said. “I definitely think the student body and faculty were able to take advantage of this opportunity and spend time with him.”
Madelin Butler, a freshman with an undeclared major, said she found the event interesting and was glad to “take full advantage” of the opportunity. She agreed with Schwartzstein that it’s important to be aware of the connections between governance, climate change and violence.
“Being able to find those connections can be a step forward to helping, so I think it’s very important to acknowledge them,” Butler said.
Shanks said the GWSC is working on campus with research groups and centers, including the Alabama Water Institute, to improve water security and safety.
“So much of our international and global security is tied to water and climate security,” Shanks said. “It’s such an important lens for people to understand what’s happening.”
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