Staying hydrated – Communities in a changing climate

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About this episode: In this episode, the focus is on water. The climate crisis exacerbates both floods and water scarcity, such as in the form of droughts. As this episode focuses on the situation in Jordan, water scarcity is at ist centre. Our guest emphasizes the technical challenges and opportunities to address the problem. However, it is also emphasized that a purely technical approach to the problem falls short, as awareness and, above all, distribution issues must also be considered. The relevance of the water issue is also highlighted, as it is ultimately a question of dignity and thus also a question of human rights. The episode also examines the role of young people and explores how they can bring their expertise to the table to fight for a just future for all.

Guests: Hussain Emad is a young, aspiring engineer from Jordan. He grew up in the SOS Children's Village in Aqaba and later studied energy engineering in Amman. He gained professional experience, for example, through an internship at a ministry. He was and is actively involved in various youth councils, committees, and clubs, where he engages in campaigning and awareness-raising efforts, such as in schools.

About this podcast Climate Action - Child Protection is produced by SOS Children's Villages weltweit and explores various dimensions of the connection between the climate crisis and children and youth rights. Similar to the first season, climate journalist Leonie Fößel and researcher Jakob Nehls host impressive guests from around the world to discuss a specific aspect of this topic. On this journey, the listener will gain sensitivity to the urgency of action as well as expertise in selected fields.