PERSPECTIVE Policy Brief ADDRESSING CLIMATE-CONFLICT DYNAMICS IN THE IGAD REGION Belen Teferi Thandekile Moyo April 2024 Understanding distinctive climate security risks in the IGAD region is vital for developing effective policies to address the impact of climate change in the region. Closing policy gaps at national and IGAD levels is imperative for tackling climate-related conflict risks through comprehensive policies that target their root causes. Managing climate-related security risks in the region effectively demands collaboration between communities, government bodies, civil society, and regional entities.