Dossier - Interdisciplinary Challenges in the Era of Climate Change

2023-12-05

Interdisciplinary Challenges in the Era of Climate Change

Climate change, underscored by global catastrophic events, has emerged as a critical concern, particularly within social, cultural, and economic contexts. These changes significantly impact vulnerable populations, exacerbated by environmental racism, necessitating attention from movements aimed at reducing these social inequalities. In Brazil, various climatic phenomena, such as mass movements and abrupt temperature changes, as well as prolonged periods of drought and flooding, are noteworthy. This dossier aims to compile studies and research focused on climate change and its consequences. It also seeks alternatives for a dignified and secure existence, all from the perspective of environmental justice. The phenomena will be analyzed through the lens of the humanities, encompassing the following thematic axes:

Social Axis: Focuses on the impact on vulnerable populations, addressing issues such as gender, environmental racism, and environmental justice.

Cultural Axis: Deals with environmental activism, sustainability, and education for environmental awareness.

Economic Axis: Examines the impact on family agricultural production, public health, circular energy, and disaster management, including human costs.

Legal Axis: Discusses laws, regulations, assistance, public and climate policies, and the role of the state.

Given the urgency of the climate change debate, it is essential to promote multi- and interdisciplinary dialogues in various formats to reach a broader audience. Therefore, a dossier is proposed that engages with the humanities. Papers in innovative formats, such as reports and chronicles, may also be submitted, provided they align with at least one of the proposed themes and maintain ethical and academic rigor. Submissions will be accepted continuously for the 2023 and 2024 editions of the "Conversas e Controvérsias" Journal, with the deadline set for May 30, 2024.


Organizers: Dr. Maria Isabel Bellini (PUCRS), Handiara Oliveira dos Santos (PUCRS), Ana Carolina Ricco Uranga (PUCRS), Ricardo e Silva Martins (PUCRS).