Climate Change and State Fragility: The Case of Syria and What It Means for the Future

Thursday, February 25, 2016 - 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Sage-Bowers Hall (SB), Bowers Auditorium See map
205 Prospect St.
New Haven, CT 06511
(Location is wheelchair accessible)
Admission: 
Free

Speakers:
Francesco Femia and Caitlin Werrell, Co-Founders and Presidents, The Center for Climate and Security
Moderator: Dr. Timothy Snyder, History Department

Join Francesco Femia and Catilin Werrell (Co-Founders, The Center for Climate and Security) to discuss the connection between climate and conflict in Syria. Mr. Femia will discuss the historical analysis of the ongoing conflict, while Ms. Werrell will discuss lessons for the future management of conflict and climate in fragile states. Dr. Tim Snyder of the Yale History Department will moderate.

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