ABSTRACT:
Climate change is among the most pressing challenges of our time, with impacts that extend beyond environmental boundaries to reshape social, economic, and geopolitical dynamics. The intensification of extreme weather events has triggered population displacement, exposing significant gaps in global governance and public policy frameworks. Within this context, the intersection of climate change and human mobility has gained increasing prominence. Projections indicate that millions of people may be displaced by 2050 due to climatic stressors, giving rise to populations often termed "climate refugees"—a designation not formally recognized under international refugee law. Climate-induced migration is deeply shaped by historical and structural inequalities that exacerbate the vulnerability of already marginalized groups. Migratory flows are further intensified by the collapse of traditional livelihoods and disruptions to local economies, contributing to rising unemployment and the expansion of precarious work. Understood both as an adaptive response and as a manifestation of structural inequities, climate-related mobility demands integrated public policies that bridge climate adaptation, social protection, and the promotion of decent, sustainable employment. This study analyzes how climate change influences migratory patterns and their implications for the world of work. Through a qualitative approach employing an integrative literature review, it examines the mechanisms by which extreme climate events drive displacement and impose new demands on productive systems and occupational health policies. The aim is to contribute theoretical and practical insights to inform public policies that effectively address the interlinkages among climate change, migration, and labor—thereby advancing climate justice, social inclusion, and workers' health.