Exploring the relationship between distinct identity formation and urban climate displacees in a post-migration context

Human displacement—be it of any type, is an ancient phenomenon. It is well-known that the causes of migration are interwoven. The process is complex and holistic. Environmental degradation significantly contributes to this process. The necessity of a distinctive identity-tag for climate migrants is crucial for the proper conceptualisation of such migrants as a part of the entire migratory process. Failing to do so will leave the population in a vulnerable place to receive appropriate and adequate help. Climate-induced migration is a reality. In such a case, this paper investigates the identity formation among the displacees in an urban context. This research is mainly qualitative and adopted the in-depth interview method to understand the context of climate migrants or displacees living in the slums and squatter settlements of Khulna city. Using coding and categories, we have reviewed the information several times and have noted quotations from the interviews. We have studied the data to identify themes and concepts from the literature. This research inquires into the identity formation of the displacees and suggests that proper identification for such migrants is inevitable to ensure their entitlement to various human rights.