A tribal community’s struggle against erosion, rising tides, and a devastating storm
Release Date: 06/26/2024
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The Fulani people of Burkina Faso are cattle herders who move their animals seasonally to find good pastures. Learn more at
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The area inhabited by the Pointe-aux-Chienes tribal community looked like a war zone after Hurricane Ida in 2021. But residents are determined to stay put. Learn more at
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Fellows have pushed their hospitals to reduce pollution, planted trees to reduce urban heat, and developed community organizing and communication skills. Learn more at
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info_outlineThe area inhabited by the Pointe-aux-Chienes tribal community looked like a war zone after Hurricane Ida in 2021. But residents are determined to stay put. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/