Climate Mobility & Legal Innovation Programme

"At ISCM, we were not only taught, we were given practical and real live situations including possible solutions to these climate related issues. All the classes and seminars were very interactive and peoples voices were heard, for once I felt heard in a multitude of people being mostly one of the few participants who spoke strongly about the creative community in relation to climate change and climate stories. Initiatives like this should really be applauded and truthfully magnified and anyone ho calls themselves an activist or an advocate should go through this course."

"Well done on the organisation, seamless! Thank you for showing up with your entire selves, and as such inspiring people to do the same. Well structured, clear and logical programme, great lecturers, and engaging."

"Participating in ISCM as a representative of mountain community was deeply affirming. The program bridged academic rigour with lived realities, offering space to reflect critically on climate mobility from Indigenous, decolonial, and justice-based perspectives. I especially valued the diverse voices, interdisciplinary framing, and openness to non-Western epistemologies. Joining ISCM felt like coming home to a global community that cares deeply about justice, place, and people on the move. As an Indonesian from rural regions, I often feel our stories are missing from climate discussions, but here, I felt heard. The sessions challenged and inspired me, not just intellectually, but emotionally. I walked away with a stronger sense of purpose, new friendships, and language to speak about the things my community lives every day. I’m deeply grateful for this space."

"The seminars were a highlight for me; the intimate setting allowed for deep discussions and genuine connections with fellow participants. Engaging in the online discussion forums and completing the weekly reading assignments enriched my understanding and broadened my perspective"

"The experts that presented during the lectures and those who moderated the seminars were very open to questions and felt like they were learning along the way with the participants"

"This is exactly what I was hoping to achieve from the ISCM—a global and interdisciplinary overview of climate migration that would help me better understand how the specific issues I confront every day in my work fit into the bigger picture"

“My experience with the ISCM was transformative and enlightening. Collaborating with over 100 diverse scholars and practitioners Globally, we delved into the intricate challenges of climate-related (im)mobilities. Over six weeks, the program provided a robust educational journey, fostering critical analysis and dialogue across social sciences, environmental studies, and development disciplines during lectures and seminars. Expert insights and firsthand accounts of climate impacts enriched my understanding, guiding me towards creating inclusive and sustainable solutions to impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities worldwide”

“The platform is one of a kind and probably the only one to help unravel the many facets of climate change and migration in a holistic and interactive manner. It has helped me humanise an otherwise seemingly distant phenomenon like climate change”

"The ISCM provided a platform for me to collaborate with like-minded activists and develop practical strategies to raise awareness and drive policy changes. Inspired and empowered, I came to my workplace ready to amplify my voice and make a meaningful impact in the fight against climate-induced migration"

"My experience with the International School on Climate Migration (ISCM) has been nothing short of transformative. Attending the summer school served as a significant springboard for my career, particularly in relation to my passion for studying climate migration"

“It was one of the most refreshing programs with diverse themes, current issues anchored in a range of complex social, political, economic and environmental dynamics”

"The ISCM was an eye-opening experience for me, a first-generation learner and internal climate migrant, as we delved into the complex world of climate change, mobility, refuge, and migration. Connecting with experts and peers, I learned about the global impact of climate-induced displacement, inspiring me to contribute towards a sustainable future and igniting a passion for environmental advocacy"

“I loved learning from all the many different experts, scholars and practitioners that came to every class, as well as sharing this space with students from all over the world. In particular, it think the perspectives, experiences and case studies shared from the Global South enriched the School in a very unique way. And the integration of critical discussions about race, ethnicity or gender made the classes more engaging and challenging. After these 6 weeks, I left with more questions than answers - in a way that it has encouraged me to keep diving into the topic of climate (im)mobilities”

“The ISCM has been a very enjoyable experience! I learnt a lot from the speakers and also from the other participants. I find it really reassuring to see so many people around the world interested in Climate Migration and eager to find solutions... After the class, I was even more eager to continue researching on this topic and had more questions/ideas for future research."

"To begin with, my entire preliminary understanding of climate migration was completely shaken and rebuilt with the introductory week that focused on 'Multiple and Complex Drivers and Agency in Climate- related (Im)Mobilities.' Grappling with the multi-layered concepts of (Im)Mobilities and Agency for the first time was a truly enlightening experience. Similarly, the other weeks that followed, each broke a nascent understanding of mine on a particular issue and alternatively built a highly dense foundational understanding"

“ISCM was the community I didn't know I needed. I learned so much over the six weeks, and the fact that the speakers came from everywhere and brought with them knowledge that I could not otherwise have found if I stayed in places where I usually am (e.g. UNFCCC, Philippine policy landscape, even the confines of school) helped in create an enlightening and informative school. The reflections of the other participants were always thought-provoking, and it was a really crucial - and safe - space for me to learn, unlearn, and relearn things"

“What a remarkable venue for bringing together climate and migration researchers and practitioners from across the globe, opening spaces for sharing insights, experiences, and outstanding questions from multiple perspectives from the personal to the legal and everything in between.”