Inclusive Climate Action: A Scoping Review on the Representation and Inclusion of People With Intellectual Disability in Climate Change Research.
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| Title: | Inclusive Climate Action: A Scoping Review on the Representation and Inclusion of People With Intellectual Disability in Climate Change Research. |
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| Authors: | Watfern, Chloe, Carnemolla, Philippa |
| Source: | British Journal of Learning Disabilities. Sep2025, Vol. 53 Issue 3, p428-445. 18p. |
| Subjects: | Climate change, Neurodiversity, Mainstreaming in special education, Social integration, Systematic reviews, Thematic analysis, Medical research, Natural disasters, Emergency management |
| Abstract: | Background: Climate change disproportionally affects people with intellectual disability. Despite this, people with intellectual disability are rarely included in conversations about just environmental futures. Methods: Using PRISMA‐ScR guidelines, this scoping review maps the academic literature surrounding intellectual disability and climate change. Findings: We identified three key themes in the 10 articles included in our review. First, people with intellectual disability experience heightened risks and barriers during and after natural disasters. Second, they are largely absent from government disaster planning and response. Third, inclusive education initiatives are in their infancy. Overall, people with intellectual disability are not involved as leaders or collaborators in research or practice related to climate change. The literature focuses almost exclusively on natural disasters as opposed to the broader context of the climate crisis. Conclusion: We take a critical lens, calling for further research that reframes the role of people with intellectual disability in climate change discourses: From helpless victims to collaborators, caretakers, and advocates for a safer climate. Summary: This study looks at how people with intellectual disability are impacted by climate change and what research there is on this topic.The authors found that people with intellectual disability face more dangers during things like floods and storms but are not always included in emergency plans. This means their specific needs are sometimes missed, making it harder for them to stay safe.There is not much education related to climate change that includes people with intellectual disability. This might limit their understanding of and ability to take action on climate issues.This research is important because it shows that people with intellectual disability need to be included more when talking about and planning for climate change.Including people with intellectual disability in climate action can lead to stronger, fairer solutions for everyone. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | Background: Climate change disproportionally affects people with intellectual disability. Despite this, people with intellectual disability are rarely included in conversations about just environmental futures. Methods: Using PRISMA‐ScR guidelines, this scoping review maps the academic literature surrounding intellectual disability and climate change. Findings: We identified three key themes in the 10 articles included in our review. First, people with intellectual disability experience heightened risks and barriers during and after natural disasters. Second, they are largely absent from government disaster planning and response. Third, inclusive education initiatives are in their infancy. Overall, people with intellectual disability are not involved as leaders or collaborators in research or practice related to climate change. The literature focuses almost exclusively on natural disasters as opposed to the broader context of the climate crisis. Conclusion: We take a critical lens, calling for further research that reframes the role of people with intellectual disability in climate change discourses: From helpless victims to collaborators, caretakers, and advocates for a safer climate. Summary: This study looks at how people with intellectual disability are impacted by climate change and what research there is on this topic.The authors found that people with intellectual disability face more dangers during things like floods and storms but are not always included in emergency plans. This means their specific needs are sometimes missed, making it harder for them to stay safe.There is not much education related to climate change that includes people with intellectual disability. This might limit their understanding of and ability to take action on climate issues.This research is important because it shows that people with intellectual disability need to be included more when talking about and planning for climate change.Including people with intellectual disability in climate action can lead to stronger, fairer solutions for everyone. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 13544187 |
| DOI: | 10.1111/bld.12632 |
