Analysis of Interconnected Climate Security and Violent Extremism Risks: A Practical Guide for Mauritania

In May 2024, the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI), in collaboration with the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) and with the support of the German government, launched an initiative to address the interconnected challenges of climate change and violent extremism in West Africa and the Sahel. Entitled “Strengthening National and Regional Approaches to Address Climate Change and Violent Extremism Risks”, this project aims to support national and regional stakeholders in developing more informed and robust strategies and policies in response to complex and growing regional security risks exacerbated by climate change and violent extremism.