Country: Lithuania – City: Jonava – Address: Kauno g.76 Jonava, Lithuania

The world is moving: the consequences of the climate crisis

Description:

The event begins with a presentation of a mobile meteorological station. Students are introduced to how changes in temperature, precipitation, wind, atmospheric pressure, and other indicators are measured. A brief explanation is given on how long-term changes in these indicators are connected to climate change.

This is followed by a lecture–discussion on the impact of climate change on human migration. It is explained that climate refugees are people forced to leave their homes due to droughts, floods, rising sea levels, or other extreme weather events. Examples are provided, such as drought in the Sahara region, the threat of rising sea levels to island nations like the Maldives, and flooding in South Asia, for example in Bangladesh. The social and economic challenges caused by migration are discussed.

A role-play activity is then organized. Students are divided into groups (local residents, migrants, government representatives, and international organizations). Each group discusses how to respond to a climate crisis—whether to invest in adaptation measures or organize relocation. The activity concludes with a reflection on possible solutions and shared global responsibility.

Main objectives:

Introduce students to the impact of climate change – how long-term climate shifts affect human lives and the environment.

Explain the concept of “climate refugees” – who they are, why they are forced to migrate, and the challenges they face.

Analyze social, economic, and environmental aspects – how migration caused by climate change affects communities and the world.

Event language: Lithuanian

The event will be: Only in presence

Link (for online events):

Reference person: Žydronė Stankevičienė – Role or function: Mokytoja – Reference organization: Jonavos Senamiesčio gimnazija

Those who organize are: Academics

Estimated starting time (local time): 10:00:00 AM

Expected duration: around 2 hours

Event program: it will be displayed here as soon as possible

GeoNight code: 2026359