Rebirth: Climate Crisis and Migration Project

From April 29 to May 5, 2025, Riders of the Storm Association proudly participated in the “Rebirth: Climate Crisis and Migration” project hosted by KUFF Refugees and Minorities Solidarity Association in Madrid/Alcobendas, Spain. This international youth mobility project brought together youth workers from seven countries to raise awareness on the environmental impacts of wars and climate-induced migration.

Project Highlights

As global climate change continues to affect living conditions worldwide, climate refugees are increasingly becoming a reality. Unfortunately, current international regulations do not fully address their legal status or protection. This project focused on educating youth workers and communities about:

• The environmental consequences of wars, including resource depletion and water contamination,

• The growing issue of environmental and climate refugees,

• Solutions to prevent human-caused environmental degradation, and

• Promoting climate action and sustainability awareness.

Our Participation

Our team from Hungary contributed actively to all project activities, which included:

• Creating digital collages of cities before and after wars to raise public awareness,

• Participating in presentations and discussions on the negative impacts of wars on water and natural resources,

• Developing historical scenario workshops imagining how the environment might have evolved without wars,

• Producing artworks from recycled materials displayed in public spaces,

• Engaging in collaborative puzzle activities with local youth to promote environmental consciousness.

Impact and Takeaways

Participating in this project allowed Riders of the Storm Association youth workers to:

• Gain innovative approaches to non-formal education and youth engagement,

• Strengthen their knowledge about environmental sustainability and climate refugees,

• Share experiences and practices with international partners, fostering global cooperation,

• Inspire young people in Hungary to take action on environmental protection and anti-war initiatives.

Moving Forward

This project has reinforced Riders of the Storm Association’s commitment to environmental education, youth empowerment, and cross-cultural cooperation. By applying the insights and methods gained, our team will continue to promote climate awareness and sustainable practices within Hungary and across Europe.

Through initiatives like Rebirth: Climate Crisis and Migration, Riders of the Storm Association demonstrates that youth organizations can be powerful agents of change, raising awareness on global challenges and fostering active, responsible citizenship.