Module 4
La ligne climatique

Module 4 – The Climate Line

SectionDescription
Module TypeDigital Adventure Learning Module
ThemeUrgency • Polarisation • Dialogue under pressure
SDG AlignmentSDG 16 – Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
FocusNavigating climate-related tension and high-stakes group decision-making
Target GroupYoung people (approx. 13–25), youth workers, educators
FormatInteractive, scenario-based digital experience
UseStandalone module or facilitated group session

About This Digital Adventure

  
PurposeStrengthens learners’ ability to manage conflict arising from environmental urgency by supporting dialogue, emotional regulation, and inclusive decision-making.
Core ApproachExplores how urgency, fear, and responsibility interact in group settings and how peacebuilding skills can prevent polarisation.

Scenario Overview

  
ContextA group planning a community initiative debates whether to include a strong climate action message following recent environmental disruption.
Key ChallengeManaging tension when climate urgency clashes with concerns about inclusion, division, or politicisation.
Learner ChoicesPush for action • Prioritise inclusion • Pause for dialogue • Disengage

Core Peacebuilding Lessons

LessonWhat Learners Practice
Urgency Can Escalate ConflictRecognising how pressure affects tone and decision-making, and learning how to slow conversations without dismissing concern.
Neutrality Is Not NeutralUnderstanding how silence or inaction can feel stabilising to some and silencing to others.
Dialogue as PeacebuildingShifting conversations from opposing positions to underlying values, fears, and needs.

Key Peacebuilding Takeaways

TakeawayLearning Focus
Holding Complexity Builds TrustAcknowledging that people can care about environmental action and inclusion at the same time.
Process Matters as Much as OutcomePractising transparent, shared decision-making to protect belonging.
Silence Fuels PolarisationUnderstanding how avoiding difficult conversations can deepen division elsewhere.

Reflection & Discussion Questions

  
Key Questions

Why do environmental issues feel emotionally charged?

When does urgency support action, and when does it shut people down?

What’s the difference between inclusion and avoidance?

How can groups disagree without fracturing?

Recommended Use

  
Best ForClimate and environmental education • Community dialogue • Violence prevention through early de-escalation • Intergenerational facilitation
Skills DevelopedDialogue under pressure • Emotional regulation • Inclusive decision-making • De-polarisation

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