What We Do

We work to prevent harmful and dehumanising narratives and actions against all types of human movement. We focus on ways that can fulfil people’s needs and aspirations, facilitating their integration and social cohesion. We incorporate gendered dimensions of migration, attending to the challenges faced by women, girls, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other marginalized groups. We analyse and guide our work on migration and (im)mobilities in light of its links to development, conflict, colonialism, climate change, environmental and ecological degradation.

Compound weather and climate events, including heatwaves, droughts, wildfires, and extreme precipitation, are posing critical challenges for achieving sustainable livelihoods as they increasingly impact land and ocean ecosystems. Marginalized and disadvantaged contexts often face challenges finding alternative ways to adapt due to their restricted access to land, resources, and participation in decision-making processes. We view adaptation as an integral component of disaster risk reduction and a means for communities to assert their right to stay. The range of adaptation strategies across sectors and regions calls for greater stakeholder cooperation and trust building, especially between governments and local communities. Our work aims to reduce the risk of maladaptation by leveraging the power of local people, while ensuring local allocation of funds and project ownership

Bridging science, policy, and community engagement requires creative and liberatory approaches that make complex issues tangible, accessible, and emotionally resonant. Participatory and visual research have the power to communicate what data alone cannot, shaping public discourse, enabling connection, and centering diverse voices. We work at the intersection of science, policy, and artistic practice to co-create new ways of understanding and addressing environmental and social challenges. We integrate creative, imaginative and dialogical methodologies to promote dialogue that moves beyond technical discussions. We prioritize inclusion, ensuring that traditionally excluded voices have a seat at the table and that their knowledge, stories, and creativity actively shape collective solutions.