Randomized trial compares climate adaptation and migration perceptions in Kiribati and Marshall Islands, indicating the influence of national context on policy discussions.
Key Points
This research aims to compare how students in Kiribati and the Marshall Islands perceive climate change adaptation and migration.
Utilized a common survey instrument for data collection.
Analyzed student responses using the Mann–Whitney U test and Benjamini–Hochberg correction.
Included students from The University of the South Pacific and College of the Marshall Islands.
Kiribati students showed stronger support for rights-based adaptation measures (p < 0.05).
Differences noted in migration intentions and post-graduation employment expectations, but no variation in life satisfaction or perceived sea-level rise risks.