Governance Evolution: Climate Democracy

Addressing climate change requires governance transformation. "Colonial structures can't solve 21st-century challenges," insists political scientist Dr. Françoise Vergès. "Climate justice demands democratic revolution."

Participatory Planning

Communities demand inclusion in climate planning: - Citizens' assemblies on adaptation priorities - Indigenous peoples' consent protocols - Youth representation requirements - Gender-balanced decision-making

"Those living consequences must shape responses," advocates community organizer Katia Luperon. "Top-down climate action fails."

Legal Innovation

Territories explore legal frameworks for climate action: - Rights of nature legislation - Climate refugee definitions - Intergenerational justice mechanisms - Ecocide criminalization proposals

"Law must evolve to meet climate reality," argues environmental lawyer Me. William Bourdon. "Current frameworks enable destruction."