The Data Cloud Podcast
Special Episode: Confronting Climate Migration with Data with Lisa Lim Ah Ken, UN Migration Agency (IOM) & Fawad Qureshi, Global Industry Field CTO at Snowflake
Jan 16, 2024
Lisa Lim Ah Ken, climate migration expert at UN Migration Agency (IOM), and Fawad Qureshi, Global Industry Field CTO at Snowflake, discuss the impact of climate change on migration, the collaboration between IOM and Snowflake in using data analytics for solutions, and the importance of evidence-based policies and predictive modeling. They also explore the classification of migration, analyzing human migration data with AI, and understanding climate-induced migration through data analytics.
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Quick takeaways
- The International Organization for Migration (IOM) uses data analytics to identify areas at risk of climate-induced displacement and target assistance where it is most needed.
- Data analytics enables IOM to develop evidence-based policies and programs that consider both the opportunity for people to stay in their communities and the safe movement of those who are forced to migrate.
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The Impact of Climate Change on Global Migration Trends
Climate change has resulted in a significant increase in climate-induced migration, with more than 200 million people being displaced by floods, storms, and wildfires over the past decade. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) works to address this issue by promoting safe and orderly migration through various solutions. Data analytics plays a crucial role in understanding the unique contexts that lead to migration and developing evidence-based policies and programs. By analyzing data, IOM can identify areas at risk of climate-related displacement and target assistance where it is most needed.
